/tɛtˈri/, /tɛtˈəri/ (TET-er-ee, TET-er-ee)

Definitions

1. noun

A condition of being unsteady or uncertain, especially in one’s gait or balance.

“Her tettery on the ice caused her to fall.”

2. verb

To cause to be unsteady or uncertain, especially in one’s gait or balance.

“The uneven floor can tettery you if you’re not careful.”