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chancy


chancy

adj \ˈchan(t)-sē\
chanc·i·erchanc·i·est

Definition of CHANCY

1
Scottish : bringing good luck : auspicious
2
: uncertain in outcome or prospect : risky
3
: occurring by chance : haphazard
chanc·i·ness noun

Examples of CHANCY

  1. Building your own home is a chancy business.
  2. Opening a new restaurant can be chancy.

First Known Use of CHANCY

1513

Rhymes with CHANCY

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