nifty
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English[edit]
Etymology[edit]
From *nift + -y. First element is of unknown origin. Possibly theatrical slang, as a shortened, altered form of Magnificat.
Pronunciation[edit]
Adjective[edit]
nifty (comparative niftier, superlative niftiest)
- (colloquial, somewhat dated) Good, smart; useful or beneficial.
- a nifty trick for reducing your household energy bill
- (colloquial, somewhat dated) Stylish.
- nifty gear
- You looke nifty in that jacket.
Derived terms[edit]
Translations[edit]
good, useful
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