Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

dickey

Noun

/ˈdɪki/

Definition

A type of clothing item, often mistaken for a shirt, designed to cover just the front part of the neck and chest.

Examples

He wore a dickey under his blazer for a neat appearance.
For the formal event, she chose to wear a dickey instead of a full shirt to save space in her luggage.

Meaning

A dickey is generally a false shirt front that can be worn with a jacket or sweater to create the appearance of wearing a full shirt without the bulk.