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Meaning of the word downy in English

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downy

US /ˈdaʊ.ni/
UK /ˈdaʊ.ni/
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Adjective

1.

covered with fine, soft hair or feathers

Example:
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The peach had a soft, downy skin.
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The baby bird was covered in downy feathers.
Synonym:
fluffyfuzzysilkyvelvetyfeathery
2.

resembling down, especially in softness or lightness

Example:
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The blanket felt wonderfully downy against her skin.
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The clouds looked so downy and light.
Synonym:
softlightdelicateairy
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