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Groovy (or, less commonly, groovie or groovey) is a slang colloquialism popular during the 1950s, '60s and '70s. It is roughly synonymous with words such as "excellent", "fashionable", or "amazing", depending on context.

Ladder; sequence.

Very pleasing; wonderful.

(anatomy) Ladder-like structure in the cochlea of a mammal's ear.

Of, pertaining to, or having grooves.

A machine formerly used for reducing dislocations of the humerus.

(dated) Set in one's ways.

A machine formerly employed for reducing dislocations of the humerus.

Cool, neat, interesting, fashionable.

A term applied to any one of the three canals of the cochlea.

A trendy and fashionable person.

Very pleasant or very enjoyable; marvelous; wonderful; excellent; - expressing strong approval, usually of enjoyable experiences.

Very chic; as, groovy clothes.

Same as hip.

Very good;

(British informal) very chic;