naily en · ADJ
Etymology
From nail + -y.
Meanings
- full of nails (the fastener)
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having long or overly protruding nails (fingernails or toenails)
As his black, naily fingers dug loose the scaly pig's skin, wandering tears came to the bo'sun 's eyes.
1970, Arthur Mason, The cook and the captain bold:
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| more naily | Degree=Cmp | lexicographic | |
| most naily | Degree=Sup | lexicographic |