fleshy

fleshy

adj \ˈfle-shē\

flesh·i·erflesh·i·est

Definition of FLESHY

1

a : marked by, consisting of, or resembling flesh b : marked by abundant flesh; especially : corpulent

2

a : succulent, pulpy <the fleshy texture of a melon> b : not thin, dry, or membranous <fleshy fungi>

— flesh·i·ness noun

Examples of FLESHY

1. the fleshy part of the thigh
2. the fleshy texture of the melon
3. a plant with fleshy leaves

First Known Use of FLESHY

14th century

Related to FLESHY

Synonyms: juicy, pulpy, succulent

Antonyms: juiceless, sapless

Related Words: sappy, watery

Near Antonyms: dehydrated, desiccated, dry, sere (also sear), shriveled (or shrivelled), withered

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