Pronunciation: [wˈiːvɪlɪ] (IPA) 
The word "weevily" is spelled with two syllables: "we" and "vily". The "we" is pronounced like the word "wee" with a short "e" sound, while the "vily" is pronounced with a long "e" sound that resembles the word "veil". In phonetic transcription, this word is spelled as /wiːvɪli/. The word describes something that is infested with weevils, small beetles that can cause damage to stored food products.
Weevily is an adjective used to describe something or someone that is infested or affected by weevils. Weevils are small beetles that belong to the family Curculionidae and are known for their destructive feeding habits. They are typically found in stored grains and flour, as they feed on these food sources.
When something is described as weevily, it means that it is contaminated or plagued by these pests. In the context of food, weevily refers to the presence of weevils or their larvae, which may contaminate and damage stored grains and other edible commodities. This contamination often results in lower quality and loss of food products, making them unsuitable for consumption.
The term weevily can also be used metaphorically to describe something that is plagued, damaged, or infested in a broader sense. For example, a weevily building may refer to a structure that is deteriorating, showing signs of damage, or having various pest problems. Similarly, a person can be called weevily if they are constantly plagued by problems or misfortune.
In summary, weevily describes the presence or effects of weevils or their destructive habits on materials, usually food, but can also extend to other elements such as buildings or individuals.
Infested with weevils.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
The word "weevily" is derived from the noun "weevil", specifically referring to a type of small insect belonging to the beetle family Curculionidae. The etymology of "weevil" can be traced back to the Old English word "wifel" or "wifelwaefel", which meant beetle or insect. Over time, the term evolved to "wevil", and by the 16th century, it transformed into "weevil". The suffix "-y" is added to form "weevily", turning the noun into an adjective to describe something as being infested or affected by weevils.
