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How to say: crotchety

Spelling: Crotchety Syllables  crotchety
US accent
/kɹˈɑːtʃɪɾi/
UK accent
/kɹˈɒtʃɪti/
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Definition

Definition — having a difficult and contrary disposition; - Dorothy Sayers

e.g. “a cantankerous and venomous-tongued old lady”

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