adjective
smoky
SMOH-kee
adjective
1
Filled with or giving off smoke.
"The bar had a smoky atmosphere before the ban."
2
Having a flavor or aroma like smoke.
"The barbecue sauce had a rich, smoky taste."
3
Of a deep, raspy voice quality.
"She sang in a low, smoky voice."
How to Use Smoky
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishFilled with smoke, tasting or smelling of smoke, or (of a voice) low and raspy.
Easily confused with
Common pairings
smoky flavor
smoky room
smoky voice
Word Forms
smokier comparative, smokiest superlative
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Etymology
From smoke plus the adjective-forming suffix -y.