summery

adjective

sum·​mery ˈsə-mə-rē How to pronounce summery (audio)
ˈsəm-rē
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: of, resembling, or fit for summer

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This recipe unites all our Southern favorites into one summery bundt cake. — Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 5 July 2026 Pair it with the crispy soft shell crab or Wagyu beef and black garlic gyoza for summery dinner. — Rachel Dube, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026 The result is an elegant and very summery look that’s perfect for strolling around town, dining, or traveling in style. — René Chávez Esparza, Glamour, 3 July 2026 This pop of olivey green adds a summery pop to an oversized white button-down—and would also (for the record) be excellent playing against the pink blazer above. — Natalie Cantell, InStyle, 3 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for summery

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First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of summery was in the 15th century

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“Summery.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/summery. Accessed 8 Jul. 2026.

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summery

adjective
sum·​mery ˈsəm-(ə-)rē How to pronounce summery (audio)
: of, resembling, or fit for summer

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