linty

[ lin-tee ]

adjective

, lint·i·er, lint·i·est.

1. full of or covered with lint:

   This blue suit gets linty quickly.

2. like lint:

   linty bits on his coat.

Word History and Origins

Origin of linty¹

First recorded in 1600–10; lint + -y ¹

Example Sentences

Avoid the use of linty old cloths, because the thread and lint clog the traps and drains.

From Project Gutenberg

Poor little linty-locked ones, imprisoned in the tiny cot in those bitter days!

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But to gae back to the Linty and the Hippopotamus, resumed Kilmarkeckle.

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No need to go with muddy boots, though, or linty, or have your bow upside down.

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Above his uniform of linty gray, Paul's face was pale and without expression.

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