Meaning & use
sleek
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Smooth, glossy, and streamlined in appearance.
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The sports car had a sleek, aerodynamic design.
Her sleek black hair shone under the studio lights.
A note on using this word
Sleek is often used to describe both physical smoothness, such as hair or fur, and a stylish, modern look in design or technology.
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