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May 02, 2025 Word of the Day
swanky
/
ˈ
swæŋki/
adjective
swanky
/
ˈ
swæŋki/
adjective
swankier; swankiest
The couple is enjoying a meal at a swanky restaurant.
Definition of SWANKY
informal
:
very fashionable and expensive
a
swanky
club/hotel/restaurant
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