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lathery

adjective

Synonyms and Antonyms of lathery

covered with, consisting of, or resembling foam
  • the lathery crests of the waves washed up and down the sandy beach
Synonyms of lathery

foamy, frothy, sudsy
Words Related to lathery

bubbly, effervescent, fizzy, sparkling

soapy

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