Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

colly

verb
ˈkɒli
Definition
To make dirty or to smear with soot or grime.
Examples
  • After the chimney sweep finished, he realized he had colly hands from all the soot.
  • The children colly their clothes while playing in the muddy field.
Meaning
Colly refers to the act of blackening or smearing something, usually with soot or dirt.
Synonyms
  • dirty
  • smudge
  • soot
  • grime