Etymology

pawky

P3A1W4K5Y4

Today it means: Shrewd, sly; often also characterised by a sarcastic sense of humour. Full definition →

First used 17th c.
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The story

From pawk + -y.

First known use, by meaning

  • from 17th c. Shrewd, sly; often also characterised by a sarcastic sense of humour.

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