funky
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adjective \ˈfəŋ-kē\2funky
adjectivefunk·i·erfunk·i·est
Definition of FUNKY
1
: having an offensive odor : foul
2
: having an earthy unsophisticated style and feeling; especially : having the style and feeling of older black American music (as blues or gospel) or of funk <a funky beat>
3
a : odd or quaint in appearance or feeling b : lacking style or taste c : unconventionally stylish : hip
— funk·i·ly adverb
— funk·i·ness noun
Origin of FUNKY
funk offensive odor
First Known Use: 1784
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