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Quotation dates: 1897-1923
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EDGIE, Edgy, adj., v. Sc. usages. [′ɛdʒi]
1. adj. Quick, active, both mentally and physically (Bwk. 1915 T.S.D.C. II.; m.Lth.1, Rxb.4 1950); sharp, smart; “clever” (Cld. 1825 Jam.2). Also found in several Eng. dials.s.Sc. 1897 E. Hamilton Outlaws xii.:
Coup it in, Gavin, and be edgie, for the derkening's upon us.Rxb. 1923 Watson W.-B. 121:
“Be edgy; look edgy” = hurry up.
†2. v. To be quick or alert in doing anything (Rxb. 1825 Jam.2).
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