curly

Word parts

curl + -y

Pronunciation

• (US) IPA ^(key): /ˈkɝli/
• (UK) IPA ^(key): /ˈkɜːli/

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Adjective

Positive curly

Comparative curlier

Superlative curliest

1. Something that is curly is rounded or spiral in shape.

   I have curly hair.

Related words

• curl
• curler