mothy in a sentence
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Definition
Mothy (adjective): having a musty or moldy odor, often associated with items that have been stored for a long time and are infested with moths or similar pests.
Crossword clues for mothy
Crossword clue ideas and answer hints for the word "mothy".
- Scent reminiscent of old, stored items.
- Odor suggesting an insect problem.
- Smell of decay in forgotten corners.
- Aroma of mildew in aged materials.
- Fragrance that hints at moth infestations.
Mothy sentence examples
- The old sweater had a mothy smell, hinting that it had been stored away for too long.
- As she rummaged through the attic, she discovered a mothy quilt that had belonged to her grandmother.
- His collection of vintage clothes was impressive, but several pieces were mothy and needed cleaning.
- The mothy remnants of the forgotten fabric filled the air with a musty scent that reminded her of childhood.
- After the moths had feasted on the wool, the once-beautiful scarf now looked mothy and worn.