What does FLUEY mean?

Fluey Parts of Speech

Adjective

Definitions

1. Having symptoms of a flu or similar illness.
2. Related to or caused by a flue or chimney.

Pronunciations

• US: /ˈflu.i/
• UK: /ˈfluː.i/

Origin and Usage

The word "fluey" is believed to have originated in the early 20th century, derived from the word "flu" which is short for influenza. It is primarily used to describe someone who is experiencing symptoms of a flu or similar illness, such as a cold or fever. It can also be used to describe something related to or caused by a flue or chimney, such as a fluey smell or a fluey buildup of soot.

Synonyms

• Ill
• Sick
• Unwell
• Ailing
• Feverish

Related Words

• Flake
• Flair
• Flake
• Flask
• Flint

Example Sentences

• She woke up feeling fluey and achy.
• The fluey smell coming from the chimney made her feel nauseous.
• He had to call a chimney sweep to clean out the fluey buildup of soot.