glewy
Middle English
/ˈɡliu̯iː/
adjective
Definitions
- gluey, gluish, adhesive, viscid
- (rare) tarry; like bitumen.
- (rare) trapping; capturing.
Etymology
Affix from Middle English glew (glue).
Origin
Middle English
glew
Gloss
glue
Concept
Semantic Field
Basic actions and technology
Ontological Category
Person/Thing