crocked

[krokt]

adjective

Slang.

1. drunk.

crocked

/ krɒkt /

adjective

1. injured

2. drunk

Word History and Origins

Origin of crocked¹

An Americanism dating back to 1925–30; crock ² + -ed ²

Example Sentences

Dilyn, who was to be dumped by a puppy dealer because he was born was a crocked jaw, sported a pink rosette with the words “Stop puppy farming”.

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With Moses crocked, Azpilicueta has reverted to a utility role and looks disorientated, as well as jaded.

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The tearful press conferences, the news-helicopter shots of the crocked Neymar being airlifted on his gurney, shrouded in baseball cap and shades: it was all oddly hysterical.

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“Why, you old fool, you ought to be crocked off for writing this book.”

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“It ended up being fine. I only hit two crocked shots today because of my back. Everything else was fine, I tried to have good rhythm and my putter was smoking hot.”

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