Meaning of rickety in English

Table of contents
  1. Pronunciation
  2. Classifying Adjective
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈrɪkɪdi/

    US accent Play button

    UK accent

  1. Classifying Adjective

    rickety

    Definitions

    1. inclined to shake as from weakness or defect

    Examples

    • « a rickety table »
    • « a wobbly chair with shaky legs »
    • « the ladder felt a little wobbly »
    • « the bridge still stands though one of the arches is wonky »

    Synonyms

Browse dictionary