First Known Use: 1848
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pecky
adjective \ˈpe-kē\
Definition of PECKY
1
: marked by lenticular or finger-shaped pockets of decay caused by fungi <pecky cypress>
2
: containing discolored or shriveled grains <pecky rice>
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Origin of PECKY
3peck
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