Ricketty

adj

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Definitions

Adjective

1
Alternative spelling of rickety. alt-of, alternative
"Below appears a ricketty old step-ladder leading into darkness."

Synonyms

decrepit precarious rachitic shaky wobbly precarious

Example

"Below appears a ricketty old step-ladder leading into darkness."

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