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starchy
adjective \ˈstär-chē\
: containing, consisting of, or resembling starch
: very formal and serious in behavior
starch·i·erstarch·i·est
Full Definition of STARCHY
1
: containing, consisting of, or resembling starch <starchy foods>
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First Known Use of STARCHY
1802
Related to STARCHY
- Synonyms
- correct, decorous, formal, nice, proper, punctilious, ceremonious, stiff, stiff-necked, stilted
- Antonyms
- casual, easygoing, informal, laid-back, unceremonious
STARCHILY Defined for Kids
starchy
adjective \ˈstär-chē\
starch·i·erstarch·i·est
Definition of STARCHY for Kids
: like or containing starch <A potato is a starchy vegetable.>
Medical Dictionary
starchy
adjective \ˈstär-chē\
starch·i·erstarch·i·est
Medical Definition of STARCHY
: containing, consisting of, or resembling starch <starchy foods>
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