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saucy
adjective \ˈsȯ-sē, ˈsa-\
: rude usually in a lively and playful way
: served with a sauce
sauc·i·ersauc·i·est
Full Definition of SAUCY
1
: served with or having the consistency of sauce
2
a : impertinently bold and impudent b : amusingly forward and flippant : irrepressible
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First Known Use of SAUCY
1508
SAUCY Defined for Kids
saucy
adjective \ˈsȯ-sē\
sauc·i·ersauc·i·est
Definition of SAUCY for Kids
1
: being rude and disrespectful : sassy <a saucy manner>
2
: stylish in dress or appearance <a saucy hat>
— sauc·i·ly \-ə-lē\ adverb
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