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washy

adjective \ˈwȯ-shē, ˈwä-\
wash·i·erwash·i·est

Definition of WASHY

1
a :  weak, watery <washy tea>
b :  deficient in color
c :  lacking in vigor, individuality, or definiteness
2
:  lacking in condition and in firmness of flesh
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First Known Use of WASHY

1615

Rhymes with WASHY

Iasi, squashy

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2 ENTRIES FOUND:
  1. washy
  2. wishy-washy
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