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chalky Definition

chalky (-ē)

adjective chalk′i·er, chalk′i·est

  1. of, containing, or covered with chalk
  2. like chalk in color or texture

chalky Related Forms

chalk′i·ness noun

chalky Synonyms

chalky

modif.

blanched, milky, pale; see dull 2, gray 1, pale 2, white 1.

chalky Usage Examples

Modifying Another Word

  • very: However in very chalky soils, there may be problems associated with the excess lime locking up the nutrients.
  • slightly: Casein has a deep matt and very slightly chalky finish and is best suited where the background is dry and there's low condensation.
  • over: Deep, well-drained fine loams and clays, over chalky till ( glacial drift ).

Modifies a noun

  • soil: In the warm, dry chalky soil of West Pit, two plants of great rarity thrive.
  • clay: The soils are mostly chalk and chalky clay, which receive regular watering from the maritime climate.
  • cliff: The coastline of east Sussex is largely chalky cliffs created millions of years ago when Sussex was underneath the sea.
  • deposit: A tunnel is formed in the wood, its wall are then lined by a white chalky deposit.
  • finish: It is a traditional extra matt water-based paint with an ultra matt, chalky finish.
  • white: So if you don't want to look chalky white in your spangly dress try out some of the self-tanning milks which are available.

Used with adjective complement

  • become: After a further period the paint will become chalky as the pigment begins to be released.
  • look: Other paints are so matt that the finish looks almost chalky.