BALKY


Meaning of BALKY in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ ˈbȯ-kē sometimes ]

ˈbȯl- adjective

( balk·i·er ; -est )

Date: 1847

: refusing or likely to refuse to proceed, act, or function as directed or expected

a balky mule

a balky engine

Synonyms: see contrary

• balk·i·ness noun

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