slinky
[ sling-kee ]
/ ˈslɪŋ ki /
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adjective, slink·i·er, slink·i·est.
characterized by or proceeding with slinking or stealthy movements.
made of soft, often clinging material that follows the figure closely and flows with body movement: a slinky gown.
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slink·i·ly, adverbslink·i·ness, nounWords nearby slinky
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slinky
/ (ˈslɪŋkɪ) /
adjective slinkier or slinkiest informal
moving in a sinuously graceful or provocative way
(of clothes) figure-hugging; clinging
characterized by furtive movements
Derived forms of slinky
slinkily, adverbslinkiness, nounCollins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 2012 Digital Edition
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