Etymology
The word "chalky" is derived from the Middle English word "chalke," which itself is derived from the Old English word "cealc." The Old English word is thought to have originated from the Proto-West Germanic word "*kalk-," meaning "lime."
Meaning
Chalky means:
Origin
Chalky originally referred to the physical properties of chalk, which is a sedimentary rock composed primarily of calcium carbonate. The word was later extended to describe things that resemble chalk in color or texture, as well as to describe things that are dull or lacking in interest.
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