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Smokey vs. Smoky

Smokey

/ˈsməʊki/

Having the quality or appearance of smoke, often used to describe a smoky color or flavor.

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Smoky

/ˈsməʊki/

Having a smell, appearance, or flavor reminiscent of smoke

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Smokey is often used as a proper noun, as in the name Smokey Bear, the mascot for forest fire prevention.
Smoky is an adjective that describes something filled with or resembling smoke.
Remember that smoky only has one e and is used for descriptions, while smokey typically has a more specialized or informal use.

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