Definition

Describing something that has grooves or lines, often seen in soil or skin.

Example

The farmer plowed the field, creating furrowy patterns in the earth.

Conversation

Have you seen that new garden down the street?

Yeah, the plants look amazing! I love how they have such a furrowy layout.

Right? It really adds character to the whole area.

Definitely, it makes the garden feel more alive.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Furrowy → It is formed from "furrow" (from Old English *furh*, meaning a trench or groove) and the suffix "-y" (meaning characterized by). The word "furrowy" describes something that is characterized by furrows or grooves.

Memory Tip

Think of a surface that has many 'grooves' ('furrow') in it, and the '-y' indicates that it has that characteristic. This helps you remember that 'furrowy' means having furrows.

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