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dream⋅y

[dree-mee]
–adjective, dream⋅i⋅er, dream⋅i⋅est.
1. of the nature of or characteristic of dreams; visionary.
2. vague; dim.
3. soothing; restful; quieting: dreamy music.
4. given to daydreaming or reverie.
5. abounding in dreams; characterized by or causing dreams.
6. Informal. wonderful; marvelous: He has a dreamy new convertible.

Origin:
1560–70; dream + -y 1


dream⋅i⋅ly, adverb
dream⋅i⋅ness, noun
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dream·y   (drē'mē)   
adj.   dream·i·er, dream·i·est
  1. Resembling a dream; ethereal or vague.

  2. Given to daydreams or reverie.

  3. Soothing and serene.

  4. Informal Inspiring delight; wonderful.

dream'i·ly adv., dream'i·ness n.
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