glossy
Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples
Pronunciation: US /ˈɡlɑːsi/ · UK /ˈɡlɒsi/
glossy means: Having a smooth surface that shines and reflects light.
adjective
SHINY SURFACEB2
Having a smooth surface that shines and reflects light.
- The book has a glossy cover.
- Her hair looked glossy after washing.
- Would you like glossy or plain photo paper?
noun
SHINY MAGAZINEC1
A magazine printed on smooth, shiny paper, often with pictures of fashion or famous people.
- She was reading a fashion glossy.
- The waiting room had a pile of glossies.
- His photograph appeared in an expensive monthly glossy.
Questions about glossy
What does glossy mean?
Having a smooth surface that shines and reflects light.
What is glossy in other languages?
Türkçe: parlak · Español: brillante · Français: brillant · Deutsch: glänzend · Italiano: lucido · 日本語: 光沢のある
How do you pronounce glossy?
In American English /ˈɡlɑːsi/; in British English /ˈɡlɒsi/.
How do you use glossy in a sentence?
The book has a glossy cover. Her hair looked glossy after washing.
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