Squishy: meaning, definitions and examples
๐งธ
squishy
[ หskwษชสi ]
tactile quality
Squishy describes an object that is soft, yielding, and can be easily compressed or deformed. It often refers to items that have a spongy or soft texture, providing a characteristic feeling when squeezed.
Synonyms
gelatinous, malleable, pudgy, soft
Examples of usage
- The squishy toy delighted the children.
- Her squishy pillow provided comfort while sleeping.
- The jelly was soft and squishy, perfect for dessert.
Translations
Translations of the word "squishy" in other languages:
๐ต๐น mole
๐ฎ๐ณ เคฎเฅเคฒเคพเคฏเคฎ
๐ฉ๐ช weich
๐ฎ๐ฉ empuk
๐บ๐ฆ ะผ'ัะบะธะน
๐ต๐ฑ miฤkki
๐ฏ๐ต ๆใใใ
๐ซ๐ท mou
๐ช๐ธ blando
๐น๐ท yumuลak
๐ฐ๐ท ๋ถ๋๋ฌ์ด
๐ธ๐ฆ ูุงุนู
๐จ๐ฟ mฤkkรฝ
๐ธ๐ฐ mรคkkรฝ
๐จ๐ณ ๆ่ฝฏ็
๐ธ๐ฎ mehak
๐ฎ๐ธ mjรบkur
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะถาฑะผัะฐา
๐ฌ๐ช แแซแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ yumลaq
๐ฒ๐ฝ blando
Etymology
The word 'squishy' has its origins in the early 19th century, derived from the English verb 'squish', which means to compress or squash something. It likely comes from the earlier term 'squish', imitative of the sound or action of something being pressed. The term 'squish' itself may connect to the words 'squash' and 'squizzle', both of which convey a sense of softness or yielding. As language evolved, the adjective 'squishy' became popular to describe not just the tactile quality of objects, but also has taken on a more metaphorical connotation, often used to express affection or charm in objects or creatures that invoke a sense of cuddliness or endearment. In contemporary usage, 'squishy' is often applied to food items like marshmallows and gummy candies, as well as stress relief toys that are designed to be squeezed, providing a tactile sensation that is pleasant and comforting.