most Rikki-Tik
English
Etymology
Probably derived from the Rudyard Kipling character Rikki-Tikki-Tavi, a fast-moving and quick-witted mongoose in the story of the same name.
Adverb
most Rikki-Tik (not comparable)
- (slang, US, chiefly military) quickly, immediately
- Get that done most rikki-tik.
Adjective
most Rikki-Tik (not comparable)
- (slang, US, chiefly military) quick, immediate
References
- Dictionary of American Slang, 3rd Ed. (1995) by Robert L. Chapman.