Dreckley

Dreckley

DREK-lee ˈdrɛkli
Adverb

Soon, like manana, but less urgent.

Example Sentences

"I'll do it dreckley."
"Be there dreckley."

Etymology & History

Cornwall and Devon word meaning soon or in a while, but with no urgency. From directly (once meaning straight away in English). I be wiv ee dreckley. Famous West Country procrastination word.

Word Details

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Region
Cornwall
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Era
1700s
Language
none
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Formality
informal

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