woolly (B2)
adjective
Pronunciation: /ˈwʊli/
Definition
Covered with or resembling wool, often implying a soft, thick, and sometimes slightly matted or unclear texture or appearance. It can also describe ideas or arguments that are vague and not clearly thought out.
Examples
The sheep had a thick, woolly coat that protected it from the cold mountain winds.
She knitted a warm, woolly hat for her nephew to wear during the snowy season.
His explanation of the new policy was a bit woolly, leaving many questions unanswered.
How to Use woolly
- woolly jumper/sweater (collocation)
- A warm garment made of wool or a wool-like material. — "She put on a thick woolly jumper before going out into the cold."
- woolly thinking (collocation)
- Vague or unclear thought processes. — "We need to avoid woolly thinking and focus on precise solutions."
- woolly coat (collocation)
- A thick, soft covering of hair or fur, especially on an animal. — "The dog's woolly coat kept it warm during the winter months."
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