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grachki
What does grachki mean?
The phrase 'garage key' compressed by the thick Chicago accent into a single word.
"Where'd you put the grachki? I can't get the car out."
Origin
Chicago-accent contraction of 'garage key.'
Frequently asked questions
What does grachki mean?
It is the phrase 'garage key' compressed by the thick Chicago accent into a single word.
Where does grachki come from?
It comes from the Chicago accent slurring 'garage key' together, a classic example of the local pronunciation.
Is grachki a real word?
It is an accent-driven contraction rather than a formal word, but Chicagoans genuinely say it for the garage key.
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