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