lathery

[ lath-uh-ree ]

adjective

1. consisting of, covered with, or capable of producing lather.

Word History and Origins

Origin of lathery¹

First recorded in 1795–1805; lather ¹ + -y ¹

Example Sentences

When they finally escaped, the two Sioux slid from the lathery pony, and looked searchingly into each other's eyes.

From Project Gutenberg

The last of the entrees, a juicy veal filet mignon, featured the nice salty crunch of a green sage and breadcrumb crust and the lathery sweetness of a parsnip-hazelnut purée.

From New York Times

The Colonel was not in his accustomed place on the honeysuckled end of the porch, nor was Zack about, so she dismounted alone and tied the lathery beast.

From Project Gutenberg

That gentleman called a lathery greeting from the bathroom where he was shaving.

From Project Gutenberg

Make a warm lathery suds and wash it.

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