What does sticky mean in crosswords?

sticky means: having the sticky properties of an adhesive

Which crossword clues can have sticky as the answer?

Possible clues for sticky include "Clings easily", "Adhesive".

sticky is also used as a crossword clue. The answer is often gummy, 5 letters.

Word entry · 6 letters

Best crossword clue

"Clings easily"

6 letters · collected on this word page

6 lettersPronunciation /ˈstɪki/Part of speech adjectiveSorted cikstyStarts with SEnds with Y2 cluesVery common crossword word

1S2T3I4C5K6Y

Is this your crossword clue?

"sticky" is also used as a crossword clue. If that's what you saw, the answer is often gummy (5 letters).

From stick + -y.

“Is this tape sticky enough to stay on that surface?”
“Particularly sticky books are cleaned with methylated spirits.”
“This is a sticky situation. We could be in this for weeks if we're not careful.”

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01“Clings easily”6 letters

02“Adhesive”6 letters

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