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Adj — Made of wool, or having a soft, thick texture like wool.

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Etymology

From "wool" plus "-y," describing something with a wool-like texture.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “woolly” mean?

The word “woolly” means made of wool, or having a soft, thick texture like wool. In plain terms, either literally covered in or made of wool, or figuratively fuzzy and imprecise in thinking or expression.

How do you pronounce “woolly”?

“Woolly” is pronounced WUU-lee (/ˈwʊli/ in IPA).

How do you use “woolly” in a sentence?

Here is “woolly” used in a sentence: “He wore a woolly hat to keep his ears warm.”

What part of speech is “woolly”?

“Woolly” is an adjective.

How many meanings does “woolly” have?

“Woolly” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: made of wool, or having a soft, thick texture like wool.

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