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dick

noun \ˈdik\

Definition of DICK

chiefly British : fellow, chap

usually vulgar : penis

[by shortening & alteration] : detective

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Dick, nickname for Richard

First Known Use: 1553

Synonyms: detective, gumshoe, hawkshaw, investigator, operative, private detective, private eye, private investigator, shamus [slang], sherlock, sleuth, sleuthhound

biographical name \ˈdik\

George Frederick 1881–1967 & Gladys Henry 1881–1963 Am. physicians

biographical name

Philip K(indred) 1928–1982 Am. sci-fi writer

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