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TOOTHSOME
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I. (adjective)
Sense 1
Meaning:
Acceptable to the taste or mind
Example:
a palatable solution to the problem
Synonyms:
palatable; toothsome
Classified under:
Also:
appetising; appetizing (appealing to or stimulating the appetite especially in appearance or aroma)
comestible; eatable; edible (suitable for use as food)
tasty (pleasing to the sense of taste)
Sense 2
Meaning:
Having strong sexual appeal
Example:
a toothsome blonde in a tight dress
Synonyms:
juicy; luscious; lush; red-hot; toothsome; voluptuous
Classified under:
Similar:
sexy (marked by or tending to arouse sexual desire or interest)
Sense 3
Meaning:
Extremely pleasing to the sense of taste
Synonyms:
delectable; delicious; luscious; pleasant-tasting; scrumptious; toothsome; yummy
Classified under:
Adjectives
Similar:
tasty (pleasing to the sense of taste)
Derivation:
toothsomeness (extreme appetizingness)
