adjective
Sparky
adjective
1
Lively, energetic, and full of spirit.
"She gave a sparky interview full of quick, witty answers."
noun
1
A British informal term for an electrician.
"They called a sparky to fix the wiring in the attic."
How to Use Sparky
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishLively and energetic, or (British slang) an electrician.
When to use it
"Sparky" meaning electrician is informal British slang.
Word Forms
sparkier comparative, sparkies plural, sparkiest superlative
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Etymology
From "spark" plus the adjective suffix "-y," suggesting liveliness like an electrical spark.