Downy: meaning, definitions and examples

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downy

[ ˈdaʊni ]

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softness

Having a soft, fluffy texture resembling down feathers; covered with fine soft hairs or feathers.

Synonyms

feathery, fluffy, fuzzy, soft

Examples of usage

The duckling had downy feathers.
The downy blanket was warm and cozy.

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appearance

Having a soft, smooth, and often shiny appearance.

Synonyms

glossy, silky, sleek, smooth

Examples of usage

Her downy hair caught the sunlight.
The downy petals of the flower were delicate.

Translations

Translations of the word "downy" in other languages:

🇵🇹 macio

🇮🇳 मुलायम

🇩🇪 flaumig

🇮🇩 halus

🇺🇦 пухнастий

🇵🇱 meszkowaty

🇯🇵 柔らかい (yawarakai)

🇫🇷 duveteux

🇪🇸 velloso

🇹🇷 yumuşak

🇰🇷 부드러운 (budeureoun)

🇸🇦 ناعم

🇨🇿 hebký

🇸🇰 jemný

🇨🇳 柔软的 (róuruǎn de)

🇸🇮 mehak

🇮🇸 mjúkur

🇰🇿 жұмсақ

🇬🇪 რბილი (rbili)

🇦🇿 yumşaq

🇲🇽 velloso

Word origin

The word 'downy' originates from the Middle English word 'douny', meaning 'abounding in down'. It is derived from the Old English word 'dūne', which referred to feathers or down. Over time, 'downy' has come to describe softness and fluffiness in texture or appearance.