lacy

adjective

ˈlā-sē How to pronounce lacy (audio)
variants or less commonly lacey
lacier; laciest
Synonyms of lacynext
: resembling or consisting of lace

Examples of lacy in a Sentence

The flower's petals are lacy and delicate.
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Paired with her striking paint job, Doechii wore a pink faux-fur vest layered over a lacy floral bra and micro denim shorts. — Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 30 Aug. 2026 Chrome is still a reigning trend, but this season, it’s being used sparingly, on accent nails or in lacy floral designs, rather than topping every nail. — Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 22 Aug. 2026 The lacy jeon weaves kimchi or chives with the tradition of women who’ve made the savory pancakes for generations. — Louisa Kung Liu Chu, Chicago Tribune, 18 Aug. 2026 Bonsai-sized shrubs, trailing vines, lacy ferns and foliage, seasonal blooms, and compact bulbs are among the many choices for planting. — Mary Alice Russell, Southern Living, 13 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for lacy

Word History

First Known Use

1804, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of lacy was in 1804

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lacy

adjective
ˈlā-sē How to pronounce lacy (audio)
lacier; laciest
: resembling or consisting of lace

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