Associations to the word «Rickety»

Wiktionary

RICKETY, adjective. Of an object: not strong or sturdy, as because of poor construction or upkeep; not safe or secure; giddy; shaky.
RICKETY, adjective. Of a person: feeble in the joints; tottering.
RICKETY, adjective. Affected with or suffering from rickets.

Dictionary definition

RICKETY, adjective. Inclined to shake as from weakness or defect; "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".
RICKETY, adjective. Affected with, suffering from, or characteristic of rickets; "rickety limbs and joints"; "a rachitic patient".
RICKETY, adjective. Lacking bodily or muscular strength or vitality; "a feeble old woman"; "her body looked sapless".

Wise words

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