Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

milky-white

adjective

/ˈmɪl.ki.waɪt/

Definition

Having the color or appearance of milk; a translucent white color.

Examples

The walls were painted a milky-white, giving the room a calm and serene atmosphere.
She wore a dress made of milky-white fabric that shimmered under the soft lights.
The milky-white clouds drifted lazily across the sky.

Meaning

The term ‘milky-white’ describes something that is reminiscent of milk, often used to describe a pale, soft white that might have a slight opacity or sheen.