adjective
also dowy ˈdəu̇i
Etymology: alteration of earlier dolly, from Middle English (Scots), perhaps from Middle English dol, dul dull + -y, adjective suffix — more at dull
1. chiefly Scotland : dreary and dispirited : doleful
2. chiefly Scotland : dull and oppressive
• dow·i·ly ˈdəu̇ə̇li adverb