fratchy

English

Etymology

fratch +‎ -y

Adjective

fratchy (comparative fratchier, superlative fratchiest)

  1. (UK, informal) Irritable or argumentative.
    • 1902, The Monthly Review, Volume 9:
      The Laird heels Danny when he heeds not you. He'll be just biddable when Danny's there, while he's fratchy as a lugged bear when left to you.
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