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单词 candyfloss
释义

candy floss

noun

1
British : cotton candy
2
usually candyfloss
ˈkan-dē-ˌfläs How to pronounce candy floss (audio)
-ˌflȯs
, British : something attractive but insubstantial

Synonyms

  • cotton candy
  • eye candy
  • tinsel
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Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web Think of a fresh fruity and feminine base of candy floss, vanilla, and subtle sandalwood with light top notes of citrus, white floral, and black currant. Essence, 20 Sep. 2021 This malevolent whisp of candy floss will kill any human who goes outside within 10 seconds, forcing these strangers to play house for the foreseeable future. Brian Lowry, CNN, 13 Aug. 2021 Kylie fully dedicated herself to the crazy-hot look, dying her newly-blonde hair to match the candy floss color of the bra. Kelsey Stiegman, Seventeen, 30 June 2020

Word History

First Known Use

1951, in the meaning defined at sense 1

candyfloss

noun

British
as in tinsel
something attractive but lacking in substance the composer's works have generally been dismissed as candyfloss by music critics

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • tinsel
  • glitter
  • froth
  • gossamer
  • cotton candy
  • eye candy
  • fluff
  • window dressing
  • gloss
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