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silky

UK/ˈsɪlki/ US/ˈsɪlki/ uncommon slang

adjective

1.

having a smooth, gleaming surface

  • “glossy auburn hair”
  • “satiny gardenia petals”
  • “sleek black fur”
  • “silken eyelashes”
  • “silky skin”
  • “a silklike fabric”
  • “slick seals and otters”

Origin

From Middle English sylky, equivalent to silk + -y.

Phrases

  • silky anteater
  • silky lacewing
  • silky mama
  • silky mom
  • silky oak
  • silky smooth
  • silky soft

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