slinky

[ sling-kee ]

adjective

, slink·i·er, slink·i·est.

1. characterized by or proceeding with slinking or stealthy movements.
2. made of soft, often clinging material that follows the figure closely and flows with body movement:

   a slinky gown.

slinky

/ ˈslɪŋkɪ /

adjective

1. moving in a sinuously graceful or provocative way
2. (of clothes) figure-hugging; clinging
3. characterized by furtive movements

Derived Forms

• ˈslinkily, adverb
• ˈslinkiness, noun

Other Words From

• slinki·ly adverb
• slinki·ness noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of slinky¹

First recorded in 1915–20; slink + -y ¹

Example Sentences

Released just in time for Pride month in 2023, the slinky, sinuous club anthem became an unexpected viral smash.

From BBC

Yearning to feel a part of something bigger, the cater waiters slip into slinky gowns and join the party themselves, warmly welcomed into the inner circle of wealthy men as beautiful young women typically are.

From Los Angeles Times

Nasty - a slinky, innuendo-laden jam by US R&B star Tinashe - has beaten hit songs by Sabrina Carpenter and Billie Eilish to be named the UK's TikTok song of the summer.

From BBC

The next time I saw him, he gave me a Slinky.

From Los Angeles Times

The soft palette characterized both daytime garments like tailored jackets and sweaters with trousers, and evening wear like slinky, sequined gowns.

From Seattle Times