dreckley

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English

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Etymology

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From the West Country pronunciation of directly.

Adverb

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dreckley (comparative more dreckley, superlative most dreckley)

  1. (West Country) later
  2. (West Country) directly; now; shortly.

Usage notes

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In widespread use around Cornwall, usually among long-term inhabitants rather than newcomers.

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