English Explanatory Dictionary

hunky dory

English dictionary entry

Meanings

adj
  1. Satisfactory, fine.

Pronunciation

hŭng'kidôʹri /ˌhʌŋkiˈdɔːɹi/ en-us-hunky-dory.ogg

Word forms

hunky dory more hunky dory most hunky dory hunky-dory hunkydory hunkidory hunky dorey hunky-dorey hunkydorey

Etymology

American English, 1860s. From hunky (“in good condition”, “safe and sound”) + dory (origin and meaning unknown).

Synonyms

alright fine tickety-boo right as rain
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