slinky

English

/ˈslɪŋki/

adj
Definitions
  • Furtive, stealthy or catlike.
  • (Northumbria) Thin; lank; lean.
  • Of a garment: close-fitting; clingy.

Etymology

Suffix from English slink.

Origin

English

slink

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