floury

adjective

Definition of flourynext
as in dusty
consisting of very small particles shelves of old books covered with floury dust

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  1. dusty
  2. fine
  3. powdery
Adjective
  • In the heart of Ethiopia, the arrival of a sprawling industrial park finds a dusty farming town at the new frontier of globalization.
    Matthew Carey, Deadline, 1 Nov. 2024
  • Gold, cream, and dusty rose accents complete the room’s retro look.
    Katie Schultz, Architectural Digest, 31 Oct. 2024
Definition of dusty
Adjective
  • But, in the final moments of season 5, episode 6, it is revealed that while Nancy's lump was fine, the same could not be said for Tommy, who got tested in solidarity.
    Patrick Gomez, EW.com, 5 Nov. 2024
  • While his mom and dad knew something was wrong, doctors said Elijah was fine — then he was diagnosed with a brain tumor.
    Cara Lynn Shultz, People.com, 5 Nov. 2024
Definition of fine
Adjective
  • These tiny, winged insects have a delicate, powdery white appearance.
    Rita Pelczar, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Dec. 2021
  • You're Exposed to Tear Gas Tear gas is a thick, powdery fog that sticks to moisture, like saliva, sweat, tears, and mucous membranes and causes an intense burning sensation.
    Louryn Strampe, Wired, 2 June 2020
Definition of powdery
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Thesaurus Entries Near floury

flourishing

floury

flout

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“Floury.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/floury. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.

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