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donkey
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[ˈdɒŋki], (Noun)
Definitions:
- a domesticated hoofed mammal of the horse family with long ears and a braying call, used as a beast of burden; an ass
- a stupid or inept person
- an engine
- a low stool on which an artist sits astride, especially in an art school
- a children's card game involving exchanging cards
Phrases:
- donkey deep
- donkey's years
Origin
:
late 18th century (originally pronounced to rhyme with monkey): perhaps from dun, or from the given name Duncan
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