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rakish1 definition

rak·ish (rāk′is̸h)

adjective

  1. having a trim, neat appearance suggesting speed: said of a ship
  2. having a smartly trim, casual look; dashing; jaunty

Etymology: < rake + -ish

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rakish2 definition

rak·ish (rāk′is̸h)

adjective

like a rake; dissolute

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Webster's New World College Dictionary Copyright © 2009 by Wiley Publishing, Inc., Cleveland, Ohio.
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