σκέτος — meaning in English

English meaning

• black adj Having the darkest possible color; reflecting no light.
• neat adj Tidy and orderly; clean in appearance.
• straight adjective Extending in one direction without bending or curving.

Senses

σκέτος is used for these senses in English:

• black Clandestine; relating to a political, military, or espionage operation or site, the existence or details of which is withheld from the general public.
• neat Free from contaminants; unadulterated, undiluted. Particularly of liquor and cocktails; see usage below.
• straight Of spirits: undiluted, unmixed; neat. [from 19th c.]

black — full definition

1. adj Having the darkest possible color; reflecting no light.
2. adj Belonging to or descended from certain ethnic groups, especially of African origin, with dark skin.
3. adj Without milk or cream, said of coffee or tea.
4. adj Secret or unofficial, especially relating to government or military operations.
5. adj Grim, hopeless, or menacing.

neat — full definition

1. adj Tidy and orderly; clean in appearance.
2. adj Of a spirit or drink: served pure, without ice, water, or mixer.
3. adj Skilfully or cleverly done; elegant in a simple way.
4. intj Used informally to express approval; cool, great.

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