tweaky

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English

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Etymology

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From tweak +‎ -y.

Adjective

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tweaky (comparative tweakier, superlative tweakiest)

  1. (colloquial) Involving minor adjustments.
    • 2007, Michael Miller, iPodpedia: The Ultimate iPod and iTunes Resource:
      As with most hacker tools, however, iPodWizard is a bit of a tweaky program, which means it's not for the faint of heart or for those utterly devoid of technical skills.
    • 2011, Jeff Strong, Home Recording For Musicians For Dummies, page 12:
      Having a built-in amp has its advantages, including just the right amount of power for the speakers and short runs of wire from the amp itself to the speakers (this is kind of a tweaky area that some people claim produces a better sound).
  2. (colloquial) Showing signs of methamphetamine intoxication or involvement, or otherwise related to methamphetamine or similar drugs.
    • 2012, Jonny McGovern (lyrics and music), “Sexy Nerd”:
      I don't need no tweaky twink / Making meth under his sink / Don't you think it's time for bed?