quicky
quicky is an informal noun for a hurried repair—a fast fix that may get something working for now, but not necessarily for long. It often points to speed over thoroughness, so the word can carry a slightly negative feeling: useful in casual speech, but not the best choice when you need a careful or permanent solution. In this lesson, we look at why “a quicky” is different from clearer phrases like “quick repair,” “temporary fix,” “makeshift repair,” or “stopgap.” We’ll also touch on why this slang word can be ambiguous in some contexts, and when it is safer to avoid it. Watch the full lesson to learn how to use it naturally and cautiously.
