ashy
Americanadjective
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ash-colored; pale; wan.
an ashy complexion.
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of or resembling ashes.
an ashy residue.
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sprinkled or covered with ashes.
adjective
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of a pale greyish colour; ashen
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consisting of, covered with, or resembling ash
Etymology
Origin of ashy
First recorded in 1350–1400, ashy is from the Middle English word asshy. See ash 1, -y 1
Vocabulary lists containing ashy
Example Sentences
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Ashy coatings can stunt growth by blocking sunlight to the plant.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 25, 2025
That appearance, part of a parody of the online dating show “Pop the Balloon or Find Love,” also featured musical guest GloRilla and frequent Chappelle collaborator Donnell Rawlings as his characters Beautiful and Ashy Larry.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 19, 2025
“There’s no doubt that the topic of sex education in public schools elicits strong reactions,” board member Kristin Ashy told the crowd Monday night.
From Fox News • Nov. 1, 2019
Suffice it to report, his fans will sorely miss Ashy Slashy’s cable adventures.
From Washington Times • Oct. 30, 2018
The Ashy Wren-Warbler breeds throughout the southern portion of the Peninsula and Ceylon, alike in the low country and in the hills, up to all elevation of nearly 7000 feet.
From The Nests and Eggs of Indian Birds, Volume 1 by Hume, Allan Octavian
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