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chalky

 

Definitions from WordNet

Adjective chalky has 2 senses
  1. calcareous, chalky - composed of or containing or resembling calcium carbonate or calcite or chalk
  2. chalky - having the color of chalk; "she turned chalky white"
    Antonym:
    chromatic (indirect, via achromatic)

Definitions from the Web

Chalky

Part of speech: Adjective

  1. Having the texture or appearance of chalk.
    • Example: The old walls of the castle were covered in a chalky residue.
    • Example: The chalky soil in that region is not suitable for growing certain crops.
  2. Containing or covered with chalk.
    • Example: The teacher's hands were chalky after writing on the blackboard.
    • Example: The chalky cliffs along the coast make for a stunning view.
  3. (Informal) Lacking in brightness or liveliness; dull.
    • Example: The party turned out to be a bit chalky, with everyone sitting quietly in their own corner.
    • Example: The theater performance was entertaining, although the second act felt a little chalky.

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