ribbonlike

Thân thiện

The chef prepares a dish of ribbonlike noodles.

Definition

Adjective: - Having a long, narrow, and flat shape that resembles a ribbon; long and thin.

Usage

This adjective describes objects that are physically long, thin, and often flexible, similar to the form of a decorative ribbon. It is a descriptive term used in both everyday and technical contexts.

Examples

• The artist created delicate, ribbonlike sculptures from strips of metal.
• We observed a ribbonlike cloud stretching across the evening sky.
• The pasta recipe called for ribbonlike fettuccine.

Advanced Usage

• In Botany/Descriptive Biology: Used to describe plant parts, algae, or other organic structures with a long, thin, strap-shaped morphology.
  • The diver saw ribbonlike seaweed swaying with the current.
• In Meteorology/Descriptive Geography: Can describe the shape of clouds, rivers, or land formations when viewed from a distance.
  • From the airplane, the ribbonlike river wound through the valley.

Variants and Related Words

• Ribbon (n): A long, narrow strip of fabric used for tying or decoration; serves as the basis for this adjective.
• Ribbon-y (adj, informal): An informal variant with a similar meaning.
• Strap-shaped (adj): A more technical synonym, often used in scientific descriptions.

Synonyms

• Strap-shaped
• Bandlike
• Filamentous (especially for very thin, threadlike structures)
• Tape-like

Antonyms

• Blocky
• Chunky
• Stubby
• Wide

Related Phrases/Compounds

• Ribbon development (n): A compound term in urban planning referring to building development along a main transport route, forming a long, narrow strip. (Note: This is a related compound term, not a direct usage of the adjective 'ribbonlike').
• Ribbon worm (n): The common name for nemerteans, a phylum of invertebrates known for their long, thin, ribbonlike bodies.

Học thuật

Adjective

1. long and thin; resembling a ribbon
   • ribbonlike noodles

Từ đồng nghĩa

• ribbony