of textiles; having a rough surface; "a sweater knitted of nubbly homespun yarns"
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tweedy
How to use tweedy in a sentence. Example sentences and definitions for tweedy.
Editorial note
He retains enough of his bluff Cumbrian origins not to be taken in by gambolling and tweedy high spirits." As a sampling, listen to this episode[2], Photosynthesis.
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Quick take
of textiles; having a rough surface; "a sweater knitted of nubbly homespun yarns"
Meaning at a glance
The clearest senses and uses of tweedy gathered in one view.
(of country gentry) informal, clannish and outdoorsy
Definitions
Core meanings and parts of speech for tweedy.
adjective
of textiles; having a rough surface; "a sweater knitted of nubbly homespun yarns"
adjective
(of country gentry) informal, clannish and outdoorsy
Example sentences
He retains enough of his bluff Cumbrian origins not to be taken in by gambolling and tweedy high spirits." As a sampling, listen to this episode[2], Photosynthesis.
Frequently asked questions
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How do you use tweedy in a sentence?
He retains enough of his bluff Cumbrian origins not to be taken in by gambolling and tweedy high spirits." As a sampling, listen to this episode[2], Photosynthesis.
What does tweedy mean?
of textiles; having a rough surface; "a sweater knitted of nubbly homespun yarns"
What part of speech is tweedy?
tweedy is commonly used as adjective.