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Definition of warty

warty

/ˈwɔːr.ti/
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1

Resembling a wart or covered with small, rough, bumpy projections, especially on the skin of an animal or the surface of a plant.

Example

"The children were fascinated by the toad's rough, warty skin as it hopped across the garden path."


2

Having or covered with warts.

Example

"In classic fairy tales, the wicked witch is often depicted with a long, warty nose."

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Word Origin & Etymology

From the Old English noun 'wearte' (meaning 'wart'), combined with the adjectival suffix '-y'.

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