garlicky
/ˈɡɑɹlɪki/
Word Rarity
Very rare
Frequency: 2.05 in modern English
18
Scrabble Score
8
Letters
3
Syllables
8
Unique Chars
Meaning
Example Sentences
- ""I had rather see an English beef-steak and horse-raddish than this eternal succession of greasy stews and garlicky ragouts," returned Grumpall."
- "Jersey lamb is sometimes garlicky early in the season. Avoid buying it; you can easily tell it by the garlicky smell. It can only be rendered eatable by stewing, or frying it with plenty of onions. To plain roast or boil garlicky meat is in vain."
- "My companion's Caesar salad, garlickier than most versions, featured homemade croutons."
- "It opened up a new world of taste and provided me with one of the keenest—and the garlickiest—gastronomic experiences of my life."
- "A burger with garlic aioli, caramelized onions, and garlicky mushrooms could be anyone's perfect meal, whether they're on GAPS [Gut and Psychology Syndrome] or not."
- "Currently, the Palestinian territories are being featured, and the menu boasts treats like maftoul (a garlicky chicken and couscous dish) and tamar Hindi (chilled tamarind juice with rose water)."
Etymology
From garlic + -y.
Regional Pronunciation
- American English: /ˈɡɑɹlɪki/
- British English: /ˈɡɑːlɪki/
Inflected Forms
more garlicky (comparative)
garlickier (comparative)
most garlicky (superlative)
garlickiest (superlative)