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Meaning of filmy
The primary meaning of "filmy" is related to a thin, transparent, or hazy quality.
Etymology of filmy
The word "filmy" has its roots in the Old English word "film," which referred to a thin skin or membrane, and the suffix "-y," which forms an adjective
The term has evolved to encompass various meanings related to thin, transparent, or hazy qualities, including those related to photography and cinema
Synonyms
Definitions
- Resembling or characteristic of film, especially in being thin and transparent
- * (of a substance) thin and translucent, like a film
- * (of an image or memory) faint and indistinct
Usage Examples
- The filmy veil of mist surrounding the mountain made it difficult to see
- * Her memories of the event were filmy and unclear, like an old, faded photograph
- * The filmy texture of the fabric made it perfect for creating delicate, ethereal clothing