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quickie

/ˈkwɪk.i/
quick · ie

Plural:quickies
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quickie Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A brief or spontaneous act of sexual intercourse (informal).

Example

"The comedy film featured a humorous scene about a couple trying to sneak away from a family gathering for a quickie."


2

Something done, made, or consumed rapidly or on the spur of the moment, such as a brief task, question, drink, or low-budget film.

Example

"The teacher gave the class a five-minute quickie at the end of the lesson to check their understanding."

• adjective

1

Done, made, or occurring very rapidly, hastily, or with minimal preparation (used only before a noun).

Example

"The couple opted for a quickie wedding ceremony at the local courthouse before departing on their trip."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Because 'quickie' as a standalone noun very frequently carries a sexual connotation, it should be used with caution in professional or formal settings unless clearly modified by context (such as 'a quickie divorce' or 'a quickie quiz').

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