Dictionary entry

Dickey (2)

Webster's Dictionary 1913

Dick″ey, 1. A hat; esp., in U. S., a stiff hat or derby; in Eng., a straw hat.

2. One of various animals; specif.: (a) A donkey. (b) Any small bird; — called also dickey bird. (c) The hedge sparrow. (d) The haddock.

3. In a carriage: (a) A seat for the driver; — called also dickey box. (b) A seat at the back for servants.