summery

adjective

sum·​mery ˈsə-mə-rē How to pronounce summery (audio)
ˈsəm-rē
: of, resembling, or fit for summer

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web For a summery meal of seasonal dishes, look for local market fish and Somerset strawberries with elderflower ice and meringue. New York Times, 15 July 2022 For makeup, the Rare Beauty founder opted for a soft, summery glam look including a rosy lip. Carrie Wittmer, Glamour, 13 July 2022 Short Path’s Bee & Tea is a summery G&T with an infusion of black tea honey syrup. Katie Kelly Bell, Forbes, 29 June 2022 To mark the occasion, Prince Albert, his wife Princess Charlene, and their children, Princess Gabriella and Prince Jacques stepped out in summery fashion to mix and mingle with the people. Lauren Hubbard, Town & Country, 6 Sep. 2022 Giudice and Zarin wore summery pink-peach dresses, matching the gorgeous sunset behind them. Amethyst Tate, Peoplemag, 29 Aug. 2022 This similar pair by Caslon is finished with a leather strap and comes in summery blue or coral, plus basic black. Ariel Scotti, PEOPLE.com, 22 July 2022 With the move from its traditionally icy January time slot to still-summery September, the event brings new attractions that offer something for everyone. Duante Beddingfield, Detroit Free Press, 18 Sep. 2022 Try yours over a T-shirt with white jeans for a casual and summery effect. Laura Lajiness Kaupke, Harper's BAZAAR, 23 Aug. 2022 See More

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Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of summery was in the 15th century

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Cite this Entry

“Summery.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/summery. Accessed 7 Dec. 2022.

Kids Definition

summery

adjective
sum·​mery ˈsəm-(ə-)rē How to pronounce summery (audio)
: of, resembling, or fit for summer
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