I. ˈsəl-kē adjective
( sulk·i·er ; -est )
Etymology: probably alteration of obsolete sulke sluggish
Date: 1744
1.
a. : sulking or given to spells of sulking
b. : relating to or indicating a sulk
a sulky expression
2.
[ sulky (II)]
: having wheels and usually a seat for the driver
a sulky plow
Synonyms: see sullen
• sulk·i·ly -kə-lē adverb
• sulk·i·ness -kē-nəs noun
II. noun
( plural sulkies )
Etymology: probably from sulky (I); from its having room for only one person
Date: 1756
: a light 2-wheeled vehicle (as for harness racing) having a seat for the driver only and usually no body