streamy

[ stree-mee ]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

adjective

, stream·i·er, stream·i·est.

streamy

/ ˈstriːmɪ /

Origin of streamy¹

First recorded in 1400–50, streamy is from the late Middle English word stremy. See stream, -y ¹

So the salmon advanced, yard by yard, up to the more streamy cast of the Craig.

When he was done, his round face smooth and streamy and his eyes stinging from soapy water, he reached for a towel.

The wide extent of streamy pool is before you, and beyond your reach.

April 24, 2024gallimaufry

[gal-uh-maw-free ]

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