Droppy

/ˈdrɒpi/ adjective

Definition

Inclined to drop or drip; characterized by many drops; tending to be droopy or hanging.

Etymology

From 'drop' with the adjectival suffix '-y,' following the pattern of common English adjectives like 'drippy' and 'soggy.'

Kelly Says

The '-y' suffix is one of English's most playful tools for turning nouns into adjectives—'droppy' and 'drippy' are nearly synonymous, yet they each have slightly different connotations based on the original verbs.

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