silky
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silky

adjective \ˈsil-kē\
silk·i·ersilk·i·est

Definition of SILKY

1
a (1) : silken 1 (2) : silken 2
b : smooth or fluid in motion <silky dance moves>
2
: having or covered with fine soft hairs, plumes, or scales
silk·i·ly \-kə-lē\ adverb
silk·i·ness \-kē-nəs\ noun

Examples of SILKY

  1. The cat has a silky coat.
  2. The material has a silky feel.

First Known Use of SILKY

1611

Rhymes with SILKY

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