papery

• 形容某物在质地、薄度或外观上像纸一样。

Describes something that resembles paper in texture, thinness, or appearance.

1. Thin and paperlikeB2formal

   Having a thin, dry, and delicate texture similar to paper.

   纸质的

   • The old book had papery pages that crumbled easily.
   • Her skin became papery with age.
   • The leaves of the plant are papery and brittle.

   同义词delicateflimsyfragilegossamerinsubstantialpaper thinthinwafer-thin

2. Of or like paperB2formal

   Resembling paper in appearance, texture, or consistency.

   纸质的

   • The wings of the insect were papery and translucent.
   • The fabric had a papery feel, like parchment.
   • The dried flowers were papery to the touch.

   同义词chartaceouspaper thinpaperlike