fleecy

adjective

ˈflē-sē How to pronounce fleecy (audio)
fleecier; fleeciest
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: covered with, made of, or resembling fleece
a fleecy winter coat

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there were signs of the family's fleecy poodle all over the upholstery
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Your feet will thank you for slipping into these fleecy socks, which bring new meaning to the word cozy. — Town & Country, 6 Feb. 2023 Here’s this fleecy white creature, submissive and prepared for the bloodbath soon to come, a pure being, elevated far above the muck. — Los Angeles Times, 17 June 2022 It's even made with PrimaLoft® insulation for lightweight warmth in cold weather and has fleecy ear flaps for coverage. — Maverick Li, Men's Health, 29 Dec. 2022 The cuffs and shoulders feature a synthetic thermal fill made of recycled materials, and the pockets are lined with a fleecy fabric to keep your hands warm. — Theresa Holland, Travel + Leisure, 23 Jan. 2023 See All Example Sentences for fleecy

Word History

First Known Use

1590, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of fleecy was in 1590

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“Fleecy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fleecy. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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