toothsome
9 synonyms and 1 antonym for toothsome, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — (informal) Physically attractive in a sexual way.
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Synonyms by Meaning
1. adj
(informal) Physically attractive in a sexual way.
“In 1919 he had been waiting at a bus stop, en route to his initiation as a Freemason: a toothsome blonde had crossed his path, and he had stalked off after her instead.”
2. adj
Pleasant to chew or bite into.
“Once the pasta is firmly al dente (toothsome but not snappy), add it into the pan, with a bunch of cheese, and cook til it all becomes glossy.”
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Etymology
Made up of tooth and -some.
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