foamier; foamiest
Synonyms of foamynext
1
: covered with foam : frothy
2
: full of, consisting of, or resembling foam
foamily adverb
foaminess noun

Examples of foamy in a Sentence

foamy milk shakes
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The lightweight, foamy midsole helps protect against heavy impacts when landing, which in turn protects joints and allows for longer runs. Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 20 Dec. 2025 Skim any foamy impurities with a tablespoon. Francesca Giuliani Hoffman, CNN Money, 17 Dec. 2025 The cappuccino is this soft, foamy dream with smooth milk and that bold espresso kick running underneath. Tamia Boyd, Charlotte Observer, 27 Oct. 2025 Every sip had the foamy goodness. Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for foamy

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of foamy was before the 12th century

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“Foamy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/foamy. Accessed 26 Dec. 2025.

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