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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In an interview with The Wall Street Journal, Bessette’s former hair colorist, Brad Johns, reflected on the wig’s hair color as “burnt” and ashy.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 12, 2026
This partnership doesn’t help James and company shake off criticism that the league has gotten soft over the years, but it does guarantee no player has to play with ashy elbows ever again.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 18, 2025
As the lava flowed, the volcano also unleashed a series of rare explosive blasts that sent ashy plumes rocketing thousands of meters skyward.
From Science Magazine • May 27, 2024
Cradled in the ashy scraps of garden, Gilad spots his grandson's football - preserved untouched beneath a layer of gritty soot.
From BBC • Oct. 31, 2023
He lit the paper until it burned to an ashy film.
From "Krik? Krak!" by Edwidge Danticat
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