mushy

Meanings

• a food that is overripe, soft, and often runny; lacks firmness

  - "Mashed bananas are a popular form of mushy food."
  - "Avoid serving mushy vegetables to your guests as it might not appeal to them."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with mushy
hushy , rushy , crushy , gushy

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Homonyms

Words having the same spelling or pronunciation but different meanings and origins

1. mushroom (English) : A type of edible fungus that grows above ground on various substrates, such as soil, decaying wood, or manure.
   

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Homophones

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1. music () :
   

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Variants

List of all variants of mushy that leads to same result
mushier , mushiest , mushily , mushiness , mushinesses , mushy

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Forms

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{"term"=>"mashed potatoes", "description"=>"A popular dish made from boiled potatoes that are then mashed with milk, butter, or other flavorings."}

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Etymology

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The word 'mushy' is believed to have originated from the Old English word 'miscian', which means 'to mix, confuse, or make unclear'. Over time, the term 'mushy' came to be used to describe food that is overripe, soft, and often runny, lacking firmness.

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Related Concepts

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1. consistency: The quality or state of being consistent, uniform, or unchanging in composition, texture, or form.

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Culture

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In various cultures, mushy food can hold significant meaning. For instance, in India, mashed dal or lentils are a staple food that is believed to symbolize unity and togetherness within a family or community.

How to Memorize "mushy"

1. visualize
   

   - To memorize mushy, first, visualize it in your mind's eye. Imagine a bowl of mashed potatoes, or a plate of mushy peas, or a bowl of thick, creamy oatmeal.

2. associate
   

   - Next, associate mushy with something familiar or memorable to you. For example, if you have a fond memory of eating mashed potatoes with your family during the holidays, then associate mushy with that happy memory.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Lastly, use mnemonics to help you remember the definition and meaning of mushy. For example, you could use the acronym MUSHY to stand for 'Meaning Unclear, Soft, Heterogeneous, Yielding'. Or you could use the phrase 'mushy in the middle' to help you remember that mushy food is often soft and lacking firmness in the center.

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