Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or resembling soap, especially in being slippery or foamy

“The soapy water splashed up onto her skin.”

2. noun

a substance resembling soap, used for cleaning or for other purposes

“The artist used soapy water to create a sculpture.”

3. adverb

in a manner that is slippery or foamy, like soap

“The soapy waves crashed against the shore.”