"lerky" meaning in All languages combined

See lerky on Wiktionary

Noun [English]

Rhymes: -ɜː(ɹ)ki Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} lerky (uncountable)
  1. (UK, Nottinghamshire) A variation of the kick the can game. Tags: UK, uncountable Categories (topical): Games
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