floppy
2 synonyms and 0 antonyms for floppy, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Soft and loose, tending to hang or flop rather than stay rigid.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use floppy
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From flop + the adjective suffix -y.
Full origin of floppy →Frequently asked questions
What does “floppy” mean?
The word “floppy” means soft and loose, tending to hang or flop rather than stay rigid. In plain terms, loose and limp, or (as a noun) an old-fashioned computer storage disk.
How do you pronounce “floppy”?
“Floppy” is pronounced FLO-pee (/ˈflɒ.pi/ in IPA).
How do you use “floppy” in a sentence?
Here is “floppy” used in a sentence: “The puppy had big, floppy ears.”
What part of speech is “floppy”?
Depending on how it is used, “floppy” can be an adjective and a noun.
Is “floppy” a common word?
“Floppy” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “floppy” have?
“Floppy” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: soft and loose, tending to hang or flop rather than stay rigid.