tweaky
English
[edit]Etymology
[edit]Adjective
[edit]tweaky (comparative tweakier, superlative tweakiest)
- (colloquial) Involving minor adjustments.
- 2007, Michael Miller, iPodpedia: The Ultimate iPod and iTunes Resource:
- As with most hacker tools, however, iPodWizard is a bit of a tweaky program, which means it's not for the faint of heart or for those utterly devoid of technical skills.
- 2011, Jeff Strong, Home Recording For Musicians For Dummies, page 12:
- Having a built-in amp has its advantages, including just the right amount of power for the speakers and short runs of wire from the amp itself to the speakers (this is kind of a tweaky area that some people claim produces a better sound).
- (colloquial) Showing signs of methamphetamine intoxication or involvement, or otherwise related to methamphetamine or similar drugs.
- 2012, Jonny McGovern (lyrics and music), “Sexy Nerd”:
- I don't need no tweaky twink / Making meth under his sink / Don't you think it's time for bed?