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flossy

adjective
\ ˈflä-sē How to pronounce flossy (audio) , ˈflȯ-\
flossier; flossiest

Definition of flossy

1 : of, relating to, or having the characteristics of floss
2 : stylish or glamorous especially at first impression flossy new hotels

Other Words from flossy

flossily \ ˈflä-​sə-​lē How to pronounce flossily (audio) , ˈflȯ-​ \ adverb

First Known Use of flossy

1839, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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Dictionary Entries near flossy

floss hole

floss silk

floss-silk tree

flossy

flot

flota

flotant

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