squishy

adjective (squishy, squishier, squishiest); noun (a squishy, squishies — informal toy)

«squishy» in the English dictionary: everyday — its meanings, how the lessons use it, and examples, each with its tree on Mova.

Everyday

Squishy means soft and wet or soft and easy to squeeze, so it changes shape when pressed: squishy mud, a squishy tomato. tree →
(informal) A squishy is a soft squeezy toy that slowly goes back to its shape. tree →
(informal) Squishy can also mean soft-hearted or a bit unclear and not firm. tree →

In the lessons

In science lessons it is an everyday word for materials that are soft and flexible. Children use it for toys, food and mud. Phrases: "squishy toy", "squishy mud", "nice and squishy".

Examples

I stepped in squishy mud at the park. tree →
That banana is too squishy to eat. tree →
My squishy toy looks like a strawberry. tree →
The jelly felt squishy and cold. tree →
Kids at school collect squishies. tree →
The sofa cushions are really squishy. tree →
Squeeze the sponge; feel how squishy it is when wet. tree →

Note

Informal word. Comparative: squishier. It comes from "squish", a sound word (onomatopoeia). In science writing, say "soft" or "flexible" instead.

On Mova

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