adj, noun — 5 senses
CA, US, UK /ˈslaɪ.mi/ · AU /ˈslɑe.mi/
Etymology From Middle English slymy, slimi, either derived from the Old English noun slīm or an unattested *slīmiġ, replacing Old English slipiġ (“slippy, slimy”). Equivalent to slime + -y. Cognate with Dutch slijmig, slijmerig (“slimy”), German schleimig (“slimy; smarmy”), Swedish slemmig (“slimy”).
Of or pertaining to slime.
Resembling, of the nature of, covered or daubed with, or abounding in slime.
Figuratively, Slang Friendly in a false, calculating way; underhanded; two-faced; sneaky; slick; smarmy.
Figuratively, Slang Filthy; disgusting; unclean.
Etymology From Middle English slymy, slimi, either derived from the Old English noun slīm or an unattested *slīmiġ, replacing Old English slipiġ (“slippy, slimy”). Equivalent to slime + -y. Cognate with Dutch slijmig, slijmerig (“slimy”), German schleimig (“slimy; smarmy”), Swedish slemmig (“slimy”).
A ponyfish.
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