-chē, -chi adjective
( -er/-est )
1.
a. : consisting of or containing starch
starchy roots
b. : resembling starch or something starched
2.
a. : consisting of or having the characteristics of a stiff aloof and often prudish formality
starchy schoolmarms — William Manchester
b. : marked by a crotchety stiffness of manner or opinion : crusty 2
a starchy retired colonel