smiley

1 of 2

adjective

smil·​ey ˈsmī-lē How to pronounce smiley (audio)
: having a smile : smiling often
smiley kids

smiley

2 of 2

noun

Examples of smiley in a Sentence

Adjective She's a very smiley kid.
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Adjective
Models purposefully walked down the runway in flowing suits of crushed velvet and satin, matching leather mini-shorts and jackets, sequined hot pants and tank top sets in yellow smiley graphics and graffiti print. Julissa James, Los Angeles Times, 19 Nov. 2024 In the aftermath of the Mets losing the NLCS to those Erewhon-guzzling schmucks from Los Angeles, John Mayer wrote an open letter dedicated to the team’s remarkable season and their smiley shortstop, Francisco Lindor, whom Mayer said became an unexpected muse to him and his career this year. Devon Ivie, Vulture, 21 Oct. 2024
Noun
The crest that preceded the smiley, the cursive ‘LUFC’ letters, has a place on the socks of the new home kit while the peacock logo of the 1980s is another classic piece of design. Nancy Froston, The Athletic, 24 July 2024 Alongside a smiley and cuddly photo of the couple — in which Prinze wrapped his arms around Gellar’s waist — the Buffy the Vampire Slayer alum penned a simple caption. Jen Juneau, People.com, 4 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for smiley 

Word History

Etymology

Noun

short for smiley face

First Known Use

Adjective

1848, in the meaning defined above

Noun

1987, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of smiley was in 1848

Dictionary Entries Near smiley

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“Smiley.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/smiley. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.

Kids Definition

smiley

1 of 2 adjective
smil·​ey ˈsmī-lē How to pronounce smiley (audio)
: exhibiting a smile : frequently smiling

smiley

2 of 2 noun
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