willowish, a.
(ˈwɪləʊɪʃ)
[f. willow n. + -ish1.]
1. Somewhat resembling that of a willow, esp. in reference to the colour of willow-leaves.
| 1653 Walton Angler v. 105 First for a May-fly: you may make his body with greenish-coloured crewel, or willowish colour. 1656 Beale Heref. Orchards (1657) 19 A fady willowish broad leaf. 1676 J. Smith Art of Painting ii. 21 It's Willowish colour must be corrected with Yellows. |
2. Like a willow; fig. of a pliant character. rare.
| 1919 Saintsbury Hist. Fr. Novel II. 12 note, It is intended to bring before the reader's mind the utterly willowish character of Oswald, Lord Nelvil. |