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Definition of clicky

clicky

/ˈklɪk.i/
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• adjective

1

Making a sharp, short clicking sound or providing distinct tactile feedback when pressed (especially of mechanical switches, buttons, or computer keyboards).

Example

"The programmer preferred a mechanical keyboard with clicky switches because of the satisfying tactile feedback."

2

Tending to form or characterized by exclusive small groups of people who do not readily welcome outsiders; cliquey.

Example

"As a new employee, she found the office environment somewhat clicky and difficult to navigate socially."

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Word Nuance & Usage

When describing an exclusive social group, "clicky" is a common informal variant or misspelling of "cliquey" (derived from "clique").

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• Nearby Words

clickbait
clicker
clickthrough
clicky
client
clientele
cliff

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Clicky. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/clicky
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