glove-like
- adjective
- /ɡlʌv-laɪk/
- He appreciated the glove-like feel of his new running shoes.
Examples
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The phone case fit the device in a glove-like manner, leaving no gaps.
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The new shoes have a glove-like fit that feels amazing.
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The dress was so glove-like that it seemed tailored just for her.
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These glove-like sleeves keep my arms warm in winter.
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The new shoes have a glove-like fit that makes them very comfortable to wear.
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After adjusting the straps, the backpack felt glove-like, hugging my back perfectly.
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This smartphone case offers a glove-like feel, providing both protection and a secure grip.
Synonyms
Tight with little space between parts
Clothing that fits close to the body and shows its shape
Clothes that fit very closely to the body
Stays close to the body or an object and is not loose
Fits tightly to the body or an object without being uncomfortable
Close and firm against the shape of something or someone
Close to the body or an object without much space
Tight and fitting closely to the body
How Snug
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Glove-like is made from glove (a 'covering for the hand') and -like (meaning 'similar to'). So, glove-like describes something that fits very closely or snugly, just as a glove fits the hand.