Curvy

/ˈkɜːrvi/

Meaning & Definition

adjective
Having curves; shaped in a smooth, rounded way.
The curvy road wound through the mountains, providing beautiful scenic views.
Having a full or rounded figure, often used to describe a person's body shape.
She wore a dress that accentuated her curvy figure.
Characterized by curves; not straight.
The architect designed a building with a curvy facade that stood out among the rectangular structures.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'curve' plus the suffix '-y', meaning characterized by.

Common Phrases and Expressions

curvy road
A road that has many bends and turns.
curvy figure
A body shape that is characterized by soft, rounded outlines.

Related Words

curve
A smoothly flowing, continuous line or path that is not straight.
arched
Having a shape that is curved or bent.

Slang Meanings

Referring to a woman with a voluptuous figure.
She's got some real curves, you know she's curvy!
Used to compliment someone's body shape.
That outfit really shows off your curvy shape.