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willowish, a.|ˈwɪləʊɪʃ|
[f. willow n. + -ish1.]
1. Somewhat resembling that of a willow, esp. in reference to the colour of willow-leaves.
1653Walton Angler v. 105 First for a May-fly: you may make his body with greenish-coloured crewel, or willowish colour. 1656Beale Heref. Orchards (1657) 19 A fady willowish broad leaf. 1676J. Smith Art of Painting ii. 21 It's Willowish colour must be corrected with Yellows.
2. Like a willow; fig. of a pliant character. rare.
1919Saintsbury Hist. Fr. Novel II. 12 note, It is intended to bring before the reader's mind the utterly willowish character of Oswald, Lord Nelvil. |