KENSPECKLE


Meaning of KENSPECKLE in English

ˈkenzˌpekəl, -nˌsp- adjective

or ken·speck -pek

Etymology: probably of Scandinavian origin; akin to Norwegian kjennspak quick at recognizing, from kjenne to know, recognize (from Old Norse kenna ) + spak wise, gentle, tractable, from Old Norse spakr — more at ken

chiefly Scotland : having a distinctive appearance : conspicuous

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