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Murky Definition & Meaning

murky
adjective
  1. (of liquids) clouded as with sediment; "a cloudy liquid"; "muddy coffee"; "murky waters"
  2. dark or gloomy; "a murky dungeon"; "murky rooms lit by smoke- blackened lamps"

"Murky" in song lyrics

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  • "Blur you like a shaken Etch-A-Sketch making perception murky"
    Epidemic — Seven-Thirty
  • "Who wept when the weather was murky;"
    Lady Of Turkey

Usage tips for "murky"

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Frequently asked questions

What does murky mean?
(of liquids) clouded as with sediment; "a cloudy liquid"; "muddy coffee"; "murky waters" dark or gloomy; "a murky dungeon"; "murky rooms lit by smoke- blackened lamps"
What part of speech is murky?
Murky is an adjective.
How many definitions does murky have?
Murky has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (adjective).

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