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corky

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Adj — Describing wine that has been spoiled by a faulty cork, giving it a musty taste.

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corky wine corky texture

Etymology

From "cork" plus the adjective-forming suffix "-y."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “corky” mean?

The word “corky” means describing wine that has been spoiled by a faulty cork, giving it a musty taste. In plain terms, tasting of a bad cork (wine), or dry and cork-like in texture.

How do you use “corky” in a sentence?

Here is “corky” used in a sentence: “He sent the bottle back, saying it tasted corky.”

What part of speech is “corky”?

“Corky” is an adjective.

How many meanings does “corky” have?

“Corky” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: describing wine that has been spoiled by a faulty cork, giving it a musty taste.

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