lacy

adjective

Definition of lacynext
as in frilly

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Recent Examples of lacy Doechii was gorgeous in a lacy black number, accessorized with a statement necklace and choker. — Brendan Le, PEOPLE, 30 June 2026 Flea Beetles Adult flea beetles chew tiny, round holes in tomato leaves, giving them a lacy appearance. — Michelle Mastro, Martha Stewart, 24 June 2026 But just some lacy bras and panties (à la the example above) featuring color combos of NFL teams and maybe some college, too — just in time for Fall. — Amber Harding Outkick, FOXNews.com, 9 June 2026 Roti jala is a lacy net pancake, bright yellow with turmeric, usually served with rich dhal or curry. — Julie Lin, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for lacy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lacy
  1. frilly
  2. flowery
  3. trimmed
Adjective
  • The corseted bodice, frilly hems, and drop-waist shape are so fun.
    — Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 12 Aug. 2026
  • Ava Max steps out in the New York City neighborhood of East Village on July 17, in a quirky look of an oversized hat an frilly shirt.
    — People Staff, PEOPLE, 18 July 2026
Definition of frilly
Adjective
  • Her flowery dress was the brightest thing in our corner of the car.
    — Ledio Cakaj, New Yorker, 22 Aug. 2026
  • He is never lost for words, his answers fluent, flowery and free of ums or ers.
    — Andy McGrath, New York Times, 11 July 2026
Definition of flowery
Adjective
  • The fix is usually a trimmed hedge and a simple letter.
    — Gary Singer, Sun Sentinel, 25 June 2026
  • Prevent ant hills by maintaining trimmed grass, removing debris, tilling soil, and planting pest-repellent herbs like mint or basil.
    — Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 June 2026
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“Lacy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lacy. Accessed 26 Aug. 2026.

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