whimsy
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About Our Definitions: All forms of a word (noun, verb, etc.) are now displayed on one page.whim·sy
noun \ˈhwim-zē, ˈwim-\ plural whimsies also whimseys
Definition of WHIMSY
2
: the quality or state of being whimsical or fanciful <the designer's new line showed a touch of whimsy>
3
: a fanciful or fantastic device, object, or creation especially in writing or art
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whim·sy also whim·sey \ˈhwim-zē, ˈwim-\
Examples of WHIMSY
- The designer's new line showed a touch of whimsy.
- a bit of decorative whimsy
Origin of WHIMSY
irregular from whim-wham
First Known Use: 1605
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