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Words, grammatical forms and meanings linked to the ontology.

wooly en · ADJ

Etymology

From Middle English wolly, equivalent to wool + -y.

Meanings

  1. (US, alt-of, alternative) Alternative form of woolly.
    alt of woolly
    • That's the sort of wooly thinking that causes wars to start.
    • Put on a wooly jumper and turn down the thermostat.
    • wooly hair

Forms

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woolier Degree=Cmp lexicographic
wooliest Degree=Sup lexicographic

Deriveds

wooly pate

wooly en · NOUN

Etymology

From Middle English wolly, equivalent to wool + -y.

Meanings

  1. (US, alt-of, alternative) Alternative form of woolly.
    alt of woolly

Forms

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woolies Number=Plur lexicographic