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slimy

/ˈslɪmi/ adjective · British & US
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What does slimy mean?

adjective

Having a smooth, wet, and sticky texture; unpleasantly smooth or slippery. Often used to describe something that is untrustworthy or deceitful.

Example

"The slimy trail of mud led to the hidden cave."

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