I. noun
also swank·ie -ki
( plural swankies )
Etymology: of Low German or Dutch origin; akin to Middle Low German & Middle Dutch swanc supple, pliant — more at swank
Scotland : an active alert strapping fellow
II. noun
or swank·ey “
( plural swankies or swankeys )
Etymology: swank of unknown origin + -y
dialect Britain : inferior ale, beer, or cider