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racy

rac·y [ ráyssee ] (comparative rac·i·er, superlative rac·i·est)


adjective 
Definition:
 
1. mildly indecent: mildly shocking because of references to or descriptions of sex

2. lively: full of energy or spirit

3. distinctive: having a distinctive quality or flavor

4. pungent: sharp or piquant in taste or smell

[Mid-17th century. <race1]

rac·i·ly adverb
rac·i·ness noun
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