Dishy

/ˈdɪʃi/ adjective

Definition

British slang: physically attractive or good-looking; appealing or interesting.

Etymology

British informal adjective derived from dish (slang for an attractive person), with -y suffix, emerging in mid-20th century British slang, particularly in the 1950s-60s.

Kelly Says

Dishy is a rare example of slang that traveled backwards—originally British youth slang from the 1950s, it occasionally appears in American media but never achieved common usage, unlike many British words that conquered American English.

Ethical Language Guidance

Gender History

British slang 'dishy' (attractive) emerged mid-20th century; primarily applied to women's physical appearance, reducing value to visual appeal.

Inclusive Usage

Avoid using for person-to-person attractiveness commentary; if necessary, use sparingly and without gendered application emphasis.

Inclusive Alternatives

["striking","engaging","compelling"]

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