glossy — having a smooth, shiny surface that reflects light
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: having a smooth, shiny surface that reflects light
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɡlɔːsi/
Korean meaning: 매끄럽고 윤이 나며 빛을 반사하는
Korean pronunciation: **글**러시
Example Sentences
- His glossy bald head reflected the classroom lights like a disco ball.
- The glossy chocolate cake looked too perfect to eat.
- She spent hours making her car's glossy paint job spotless for the date.
glossy
ADJECTIVE//ˈɡlɔːsi//
having a smooth, shiny surface that reflects light
The detailer creates a glossy finish that reflects garage lights perfectly
Once glossy, now mossy, with webs so flossy!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From the Greek word 'glossa' meaning 'tongue,' which developed into the meaning of 'smooth and shiny' based on the smooth surface of the tongue. The adjective form 'glossy' emerged in the 16th century from 'gloss' (shine or luster).
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📝Examples
“His glossy bald head reflected the classroom lights like a disco ball.”
“The glossy chocolate cake looked too perfect to eat.”
“She spent hours making her car's glossy paint job spotless for the date.”
“The cat's glossy fur was so shiny that birds kept flying into it thinking it was water.”
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