释义 |
dow·ie adjective also dowy \ˈdəu̇i\ Etymology: alteration of earlier dolly, from Middle English (Scots), perhaps from Middle English dol, dul dull + -y, adjective suffix — more at dull 1. chiefly Scotland : dreary and dispirited : doleful 2. chiefly Scotland : dull and oppressive • dow·i·ly \ˈdəu̇ə̇li\ adverb |