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plummy

UK/ˈplʌmi/ uncommon informal

adjective

1.

very desirable

  • “a plummy leading role”
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2.

of a voice; affectedly mellow and rich

  • “the radio announcer”
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Origin

From plum + -y. In the sense of a voice, because of the supposed similarity to speaking with a plum in one's mouth.

Phrases

  • plum in one's mouth

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