WATERY


Meaning of WATERY in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ wɔ:təri ]

1.

Something that is watery is weak or pale.

A watery light began to show through the branches...

Martha managed to produce a dim, watery smile.

ADJ : usu ADJ n

2.

If you describe food or drink as watery , you dislike it because it contains too much water, or has no flavour.

...watery beer.

ADJ : usu ADJ n [ disapproval ]

3.

Something that is watery contains, resembles, or consists of water.

Emma’s eyes went red and watery.

ADJ

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