Rickety

adjective

/ˈɹɪk.e.ti/

Word Frequency: 0.6

Definitions

1.adjectiveOf an object: not strong or sturdy, as because of poor construction or upkeep; not safe or secure.

"He hesitated about climbing such a small, rickety ladder."

2.adjectiveOf a person: feeble in the joints; tottering.

"The rickety old man hardly managed to climb the stairs."

3.adjectiveAffected with or suffering from rickets.

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