CADGY Definition & Meaning

cadgy

[kaj-ee]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

adjective

Scot.

cheerful; merry.
amorous; wanton.
(of animals) in rut.

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Other 51�Թ� Forms

cadgily adverb
cadginess noun

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51�Թ� History and Origins

Origin of cadgy¹

First recorded in 1715–25; of uncertain origin

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Example Sentences

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Sit down—sit down; the gudeman will be blythe to see you—ye nar saw him sae cadgy in your life; but we are to christen our bit wean the night, as ye will hae heard, and doubtless ye will stay and see the ordinance.

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I thought Mr. Croftangry was looking very cadgy when he came in to play a rubber with us last night.

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cadger cadi

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