adj ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Adjective

1. 1
   Of, pertaining to, or affected with mildew.

Synonyms

All synonyms

badfecalfetidfoulfrowstyfrowzy

Example

More examples

"Hang up your wet towels to dry or they'll get mildewy."

Etymology

From mildew + -y.

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