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teasy
What does teasy mean?
A Cornish word for being grumpy or short-fused, often 'tired and teasy'.
"The little one's tired and teasy, best get her to bed."
Origin
Cornish dialect.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'teasy' mean?
It means bad-tempered, irritable or fractious, often used of a tired child or grumpy adult.
How do you use 'teasy'?
It's commonly paired as 'tired and teasy' to describe someone who's grouchy from exhaustion.
Where does 'teasy' come from?
It's Cornish dialect for being grumpy or short-fused.
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