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silky

silk·y [ sílkee ] (comparative silk·i·er, superlative silk·i·est)


adjective 
Definition:
 
1. looking or feeling like silk: resembling silk, especially in smoothness, softness, or shininess
silky hair

2. made of silk: made of silk or a similar fiber or fabric
a silky blouse

3. smooth in manner: smooth, refined, elegant, or sophisticated, often to the extent of being unctuous
a silky manner

4. covered with fine hairs: covered with delicate downy hairs or feathers


silk·i·ly adverb
silk·i·ness noun
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