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Definition of clammy

clammy

/ˈklæm.i/
clam · my
Adverb:clammily
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clammy Lexical Profile

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• adjective

1

Unpleasantly damp, cool, and sticky to the touch (especially of skin or hands due to illness or anxiety).

Example

"The patient's forehead felt cold and clammy, prompting the nurse to check his blood pressure."

2

Uncomfortably humid, dank, or heavy with moisture (of air, weather, or an enclosed environment).

Example

"A thick, clammy mist rolled in from the harbor, chilling the evening air."

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• Rhymes for clammy

• Nearby Words

clamdiggers
clammily
clamminess
clammy
clamor
clamorous
clamp

Word Origin & Etymology

Originating in the 14th century, the word derives from the obsolete verb clam ('to smear or stick'), which traces back to Old English clǣman, related to clām ('clay' or 'mud').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Clammy. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/clammy
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