darkey

English

/ˈdɑɹki/, /ˈdɑːki/

noun
Definitions
  • (dated) A person with dark skin.
  • (slang) A dark lantern.

Etymology

Suffix from English dark (hidden).

Origin

English

dark

Gloss

hidden

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