English Explanatory Dictionary

dinky-di

English dictionary entry

Meanings

adj
  1. Genuine, true.
  2. Authentically Australian.
  3. Honest, on the level.
  4. True blue, steadfastly loyal.

Pronunciation

/ˈdɪŋkiˈdɑi/ /dɪŋkiˈdʌɪ/ /dɪŋkiˈdaɪ/ EN-AU ck1 dinky-di.ogg

Word forms

dinky-di dinky-die

Etymology

Fanciful diminutive form of dinkum.

Synonyms

dinkum
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