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sticky

/ˈstɪki/ adjective

In Latin: viscidus Wiktionary

adjective Definition from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University. Pronunciation from Wiktionary, via Kaikki.org. More about sticky at Wordnik → Where our words come from →

  1. Having the sticky properties of an adhesive.
  2. Moist as with undried perspiration and with clothing sticking to the body.
    felt sticky and chilly at the same time
  3. Hot or warm and humid.
    muggy weather

Origin

From stick + -y.

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