Dickey
6 synonyms and 0 antonyms for Dickey, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A false shirt front worn to look like a full shirt underneath a jacket or sweater.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
Unknown; see the main entry.
Full origin of Dickey →Frequently asked questions
What does “Dickey” mean?
The word “Dickey” means a false shirt front worn to look like a full shirt underneath a jacket or sweater. In plain terms, a fake shirt front — just the collar and chest piece, not a whole shirt.
How do you pronounce “Dickey”?
“Dickey” is pronounced DIH-kee (/ˈdɪki/ in IPA).
How do you use “Dickey” in a sentence?
Here is “Dickey” used in a sentence: “He wore a dickey under his sweater to save on laundry.”
What part of speech is “Dickey”?
“Dickey” is a noun.