curvy

American  

[kur-vee] / ˈkɜr vi /

Or curvey

adjective

curvier, curviest

1. curved.

2. Informal. curvaceous.

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Etymology

Origin of curvy

First recorded in 1900–05; curve + -y ¹

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• full-figured vs. curvy

Example Sentences

Curvy couches can soften all those 90-degree angles and add femininity, says Los Angeles-based Kim Gordon of Kim Gordon Designs.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 25, 2025

Curvy furniture can help create a more comforting environment by making people feel embraced and safe.

From Seattle Times • May 31, 2022

Uganda’s tourism minister, Godfrey Kiwanda, unveiled a “Miss Curvy Uganda” campaign this week.

From The Guardian • Feb. 9, 2019

This time, Gabourey Sidibe will be the keynote speaker at The Curvy Con, now in its fourth year.

From Washington Times • Aug. 30, 2018

So what dress size would scaled-up Curvy Barbie be?

From BBC • Mar. 2, 2016