What does lily-white mean?
Lily-white means A shade of the color white..
Lily-white
Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective
Meaning
A shade of the color white..
Definitions by Sense
- A shade of the color white.
- Pure, unblemished, immaculate.
- Innocent, having a reputation beyond reproach.
- (slang, sometimes derogatory) Of the Caucasian race; white.
Example Sentences
Not a pimple nor freckle marred her lily-white skin
Four for the Gospel makers, / Three, three, the rivals, / Two, two, the lily-white boys, Clothed all in green, O
The film was shot on location in Notting Hill, but observers noticed how its streets were suspiciously free of black people, and instead “wholly populated with mindless, twittering, wittering, lily-white rich”, as writer China Miéville put it.
Synonyms for lily-white
Antonyms for lily-white
Related Words
Word Forms
- more lily-white
- most lily-white
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for lily-white?
Common synonyms include achromatic, white, segregated, colorless.
What is the opposite of lily-white?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use lily-white in a sentence?
Not a pimple nor freckle marred her lily-white skin
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