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Meaning of clingy

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

clingy

Pronunciation:/ˈklɪŋi/

adjective

Definitions

  1. Having a tendency to cling.

    Example: a clingy minidress

  2. (usually derogatory) Pathetically attached to, or possessive of someone, usually a significant other.

    Example: a clingy ex-girlfriend who won't stop calling