floury

English

Etymology

From Middle English floury, equivalent to flour +‎ -y.

Pronunciation
  • IPA(key): /ˈflaʊɹi/
  • Rhymes: -aʊri

Adjective

floury (comparative flourier, superlative flouriest)

  1. Resembling flour.
    These mashed potatoes have a floury texture.
  2. Covered in flour.
    The baker wiped his floury hands on his apron.

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