lacy

adjective

Definition of lacynext
as in frilly

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Recent Examples of lacy Chrome is still a reigning trend, but this season, it’s being used sparingly, on accent nails or in lacy floral designs, rather than topping every nail. — Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 22 Aug. 2026 The lacy jeon weaves kimchi or chives with the tradition of women who’ve made the savory pancakes for generations. — Louisa Kung Liu Chu, Chicago Tribune, 18 Aug. 2026 Bonsai-sized shrubs, trailing vines, lacy ferns and foliage, seasonal blooms, and compact bulbs are among the many choices for planting. — Mary Alice Russell, Southern Living, 13 July 2026 Doechii was gorgeous in a lacy black number, accessorized with a statement necklace and choker. — Brendan Le, PEOPLE, 30 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for lacy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lacy
  1. frilly
  2. flowery
  3. trimmed
Adjective
  • My favorite styling trick is to pair them with tights or frilly socks, adding just the right amount of charm to an otherwise classic combination.
    — Amanda Le, InStyle, 30 Oct. 2026
  • The company does, though, sell a scarf called Tulipomanie, covered in frilly blooms of an exquisiteness that seems to rebut the charge of excess hype with a wink.
    — Lauren Collins, New Yorker, 7 Sep. 2026
Definition of frilly
Adjective
  • The MemoMind One’s summaries were particularly strange and vague, with awkward and nonsensically arranged concepts strung together with flowery horoscope-like language.
    — Will Greenwald, PC Magazine, 28 Sep. 2026
  • Her flowery dress was the brightest thing in our corner of the car.
    — Ledio Cakaj, New Yorker, 22 Aug. 2026
Definition of flowery
Adjective
  • Shares of the drive-thru coffee company are down more than 11% after light comps, slowing traffic, and a trimmed full-year outlook.
    — Jim Cramer, CNBC, 5 Nov. 2026
  • The seat is the sail, trimmed and re-trimmed as the wind changes.
    — Rob Green, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of trimmed

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“Lacy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lacy. Accessed 14 Nov. 2026.

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