what is dusky
Full Definition of DUSKY. 1. : somewhat dark in color; specifically: having dark skin. 2. : marked by slight or deficient light: shadowy. â duskÂ·iÂ·ly \-kÉ-lÄ\ adverb. â duskÂ·iÂ·ness \-kÄ-nÉs\ noun. See dusky defined for English-language learners.See dusky defined for kids. ADVERTISEMENT.ull Definition of DUSKY. 1. : somewhat dark in color; specifically: having dark skin. 2. : marked by slight or deficient light: shadowy. â duskÂ·iÂ·ly \-kÉ-lÄ\ adverb. â duskÂ·iÂ·ness \-kÄ-nÉs\ noun. See dusky defined for English-language learners. See dusky defined for kids.