leady
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of leady
First recorded in 1350–1400, leady is from the Middle English word leedy. See lead 2, -y 1
Example Sentences
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Lady, one time she say, she say, go topside when have got plenty leady for come.”
From The Lady and the Pirate Being the Plain Tale of a Diligent Pirate and a Fair Captive by Harry A. Mathes
Two days ago, an A-class leady was brought down and interrogated.
From The Defenders by Ed Emshwiller
"Examine this project here," the A-class leady said.
From The Defenders by Ed Emshwiller
An A-class leady was coming from the building toward them.
From The Defenders by Ed Emshwiller
Drawing his lips tight over his teeth, he glared at the A-class leady.
From The Defenders by Ed Emshwiller
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