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Flossy: meaning, definitions and examples

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flossy

 

[ หˆflษ‘หsi ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

texture, appearance

The term 'flossy' describes a soft and fluffy texture, often used to characterize fabrics or fibers that appear luxurious and plush. It can refer to materials such as cotton or wool that have a high degree of fuzziness or loft. In a broader sense, 'flossy' can also describe anything that is impressively flashy or ostentatious. This word is frequently used in fashion and design contexts to convey a sense of richness and comfort.

Synonyms

fluffy, luxurious, plush, soft

Examples of usage

  • The flossy blanket kept me warm all night.
  • She wore a flossy dress that caught everyone's attention.
  • The pillow was filled with flossy material for extra softness.

Translations

Translations of the word "flossy" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น fluffy

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคซเฅเคฒเคพเคฏเคพ เคนเฅเค†

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช fluffig

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ berbulu

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟัƒั…ะฝะฐัั‚ะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ puszysty

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใตใ‚ใตใ‚ใ—ใŸ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท duveteux

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ esponjoso

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kabartma

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ถ€๋“œ๋Ÿฌ์šด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู†ุงุนู…

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ chlupatรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ plyลกovรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่“ฌๆพ็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ puhast

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ loftandi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถาฑะผัะฐา›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ‘แƒฃแƒ แƒฆแƒฃแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ yumลŸaq

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ esponjoso

Etymology

The word 'flossy' originates from the Middle English word 'flos,' which referred to a soft and fluffy substance. It is believed to have come from the Old French word 'flos,' meaning flower, relating to the soft, gentle appearance of flowers. Over the years, 'flossy' has evolved to describe various materials and textures, particularly in textiles and fashion. The word's usage expanded in the 19th century when it became popular in describing comfortable clothing and bedding. Today, it denotes not just softness and comfort but also an element of style, making it widely used in modern fashion and design narratives. Its application often extends to decorative items, enhancing its connotations of luxury and opulence.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #41,006, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.