adjective
informalInclined to or characterized by quackery.
Origin
Mid 19th century; earliest use found in The Southern Literary Messenger. From quack + -y.
adjective
That is, or is like, a quack; having the harsh quality characteristic of a duck's cry.
Origin
Late 19th century; earliest use found in Forum. From quack + -y.
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