corky

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Meaning · English

A deep bruise, usually on the leg or buttock, caused by a blow; a haematoma.

Register: slang

Where it’s used: Used Australian English
Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “corky” mean?

A deep bruise, usually on the leg or buttock, caused by a blow; a haematoma.

Is “corky” formal or informal?

corky is generally slang.