drouthy

adjective2

1. •
   (US, Scotland) Droughty, dry.

   • The drouthy sandy soils are not well adapted to the grain crops that grow throughout the summer but may be used for wheat or rye, the deep-rooting legumes, or timber. — 1951
2. •
   (US, Scotland) Thirsty.

   • At parting, they bestowed a cup on him of a miraculous make, for it was ever full of wine, let the drinker be ever so drouthy. — 1835