velvety
adjective
vel·vety
ˈvel-və-tē 
Examples of velvety in a Sentence
a dog's velvety ears
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Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 3 Oct. 2025
The minidress featured a velvety bodice with subtly layered fabric elements to add texture to the piece.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 30 Sep. 2025
Squash purées can add a velvety texture and earthy flavors to shaken and stirred drinks mixed with tequila, rum, or bourbon.
—Essence, 29 Sep. 2025
Ugg Duffield Throw Blanket II The blanket is made from a buttery-soft cotton blend and has a velvety finish with a trim border around the edges that improves durability and prevents fraying.
—Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 27 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for velvety
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“Velvety.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/velvety. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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velvety
adjective
vel·vety
ˈvel-vət-ē
: soft, smooth, or thick like velvet
velvety leaves
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