slinkier; slinkiest
1
: characterized by slinking : stealthily quiet
slinky movements
2
: sleek and sinuous in movement or outline
especially
: following the lines of the figure in a gracefully flowing manner
a slinky evening gown
Examples of slinky in a Sentence
The dancers wore slinky costumes.
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Laura Jackson, Vogue, 11 June 2026
This slinky maxi dress, available in 12 hues, has shapewear built right into the design.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 11 June 2026
Silk pieces come in relaxed, slinky silhouettes such as slip dresses and matching sets, cashmere silk helps sweaters and knits feel lightweight, cotton cashmere is for all the sporty-chic styles, and stretch linen adds an airy feel.
—Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 10 June 2026
Opt for this floral maxi dress with a slinky skirt.
—Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 7 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for slinky
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“Slinky.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/slinky. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.
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slinky
adjective
slinkier; slinkiest
1
: sneakily quiet
slinky movements
2
: following the lines of the figure in a gracefully flowing manner
slinky dresses
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