boy·ish
 boyish
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- pronunciation:
- boI
ihsh
- features:
- Word Parts
| part of speech: |
adjective |
| definition: |
having to do with or like a boy.
His boyish face makes him look younger than he really is. |
| related words: |
childish, minor, young |
| derivations: |
boyishly (adv.), boyishness (n.) |
The word boyish
contains the following part:
-ish
Old English
adjective-forming suffix
that means
of, resembling; somewhat
Example words: