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The correct spelling is downy.

How to pronounce downy

adjective

IPA: /ˈdaʊni/

Say it like: Dow-nee

The correct spelling is downy. Having down, covered with a soft fuzzy coating as of small feathers or hair. For example: "The chick's downy coat of feathers formed almost immediately to keep it warm."

Usage Examples

The chick's downy coat of feathers formed almost immediately to keep it warm.

Meanings

adjective

  1. 1.Having down, covered with a soft fuzzy coating as of small feathers or hair.
  2. 2.Sharp-witted, perceptive.

noun

  1. 1.A blanket filled with down; a duvet.

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