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yummy

[ yuhm-ee ]
/ ˈyʌm i /
Informal.
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adjective, yum·mi·er, yum·mi·est.
very pleasing to the senses, especially to the taste; delicious: The waiter brought out a tray of yummy desserts.
extremely attractive or appealing.
noun, plural yum·mies.
an item of food that is particularly delicious: The bakery window was full of yummies.
anything that is extremely attractive or appealing.
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Origin of yummy

First recorded in 1925–30; yum + -y1
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Words related to yummy

appetizing, delectable, delightful, juicy, luscious, piquant, savory, spicy, succulent, tasty, ambrosial, choice, divine, enticing, good, heavenly, mouthwatering, nectarous, out of this world, palatable

British Dictionary definitions for yummy

yummy
/ (ˈjʌmɪ) slang /
interjection
Also: yum-yum an exclamation indicating pleasure or delight, as in anticipation of delicious food
adjective -mier or -miest
delicious, delightful, or attractive

Word Origin for yummy

C20: from yum-yum, of imitative origin
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