Entity: PULPY
Pulpy refers to something that is soft, smooth, and wet, often resembling pulp or fleshy material. It can also describe something sensational or related to rough paper used in cheaply made publications.
PULPY
Etymology
The term 'pulpy' originated around 1400 from the Latin word 'pulpa' meaning 'animal or plant pulp'. It was later extended to describe moist substances or masses by the early 15th century.
Definition
Pulpy is a term that pertains to, characteristic of, or resembling pulp; fleshy or soft in nature.
Historical Context
From 1727, 'pulpy' was associated with the material used in manufacturing paper after it is reduced to a soft, uniform mass. The adjective meaning 'sensational' is derived from pulp magazines, known for their rough paper quality.
Cultural Significance
The term 'pulpy' has been used to describe things that are soft, smooth, and wet, often in a sensational context. It is also linked to the world of cheaply made magazines and books.
Related Concepts
Related concepts to 'pulpy' include soft, fleshy, pulp-like, and sensational.
See Also
Pulpy is a term that pertains to, characteristic of, or resembling pulp; fleshy or soft in nature.