lacy

adjective

Definition of lacynext
as in frilly

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Recent Examples of lacy Doechii was gorgeous in a lacy black number, accessorized with a statement necklace and choker. — Brendan Le, PEOPLE, 30 June 2026 Flea Beetles Adult flea beetles chew tiny, round holes in tomato leaves, giving them a lacy appearance. — Michelle Mastro, Martha Stewart, 24 June 2026 But just some lacy bras and panties (à la the example above) featuring color combos of NFL teams and maybe some college, too — just in time for Fall. — Amber Harding Outkick, FOXNews.com, 9 June 2026 Roti jala is a lacy net pancake, bright yellow with turmeric, usually served with rich dhal or curry. — Julie Lin, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for lacy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lacy
  1. frilly
  2. flowery
  3. trimmed
Adjective
  • Put a pretty chic twist on the raver aesthetic with a frilly tutu.
    — Christina Perrier, InStyle, 30 July 2026
  • Ava Max steps out in the New York City neighborhood of East Village on July 17, in a quirky look of an oversized hat an frilly shirt.
    — People Staff, PEOPLE, 18 July 2026
Definition of frilly
Adjective
  • He is never lost for words, his answers fluent, flowery and free of ums or ers.
    — Andy McGrath, New York Times, 11 July 2026
  • Bailee Madison wears a gorgeous gown with flowery detailing at the CeraVe Global CerAwards on June 4 in Los Angeles.
    — People Staff, PEOPLE, 7 June 2026
Definition of flowery
Adjective
  • The fix is usually a trimmed hedge and a simple letter.
    — Gary Singer, Sun Sentinel, 25 June 2026
  • Prevent ant hills by maintaining trimmed grass, removing debris, tilling soil, and planting pest-repellent herbs like mint or basil.
    — Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 June 2026
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