nifty: Meaning and Definition of

nif•ty

Pronunciation: (nif'tē), [key]
— adj., n., pl. -ti•er, -ti•est, -ties.
—adj.
  1. attractively stylish or smart: a nifty new dress for Easter.
  2. very good; fine; excellent: a nifty idea.
  3. substantial; sizable: We sold the car for a nifty profit.
—n.
  1. something nifty, as a clever remark or joke.
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