adj.
Pronunciation: ' sil-k ē
Function: adjective
Inflected Form: silk · i · er ; -est
Date: 1611
1 a (1) : SILKEN 1 (2) : SILKEN 2 b : smooth or fluid in motion < silky dance moves>
2 : having or covered with fine soft hairs, plumes, or scales
– silk · i · ly \ -k ə -l ē \ adverb
– silk · i · ness \ -k ē -n ə s \ noun