flossy
UK: ˈflɒsi | US: ˈflɑːsi
adj. 1. Made of or resembling floss; soft and fluffy.
adj. 2. (Slang) Stylish, showy, or ostentatious.
The word "flossy" derives from "floss," which originally referred to silk threads or soft fibrous material (from Old French "flosche," meaning "down, velvet"). The suffix "-y" transforms it into an adjective, initially describing literal floss-like texture. In 19th-century American slang, it evolved metaphorically to describe something flashy or stylish, likening visual appeal to the shimmer of silk.
The kitten's fur was unusually flossy and white.
She wore a flossy dress that caught everyone's attention.
The dandelion seeds formed a flossy cloud in the wind.
(Slang) His flossy new car turned heads on the street.
The fabric had a flossy texture, perfect for scarves.