1. cottony - Adjective
2. cottony - Adjective Satellite
Covered with hairs or pubescence, like cotton; downy; nappy; woolly.
Of or pertaining to cotton; resembling cotton in appearance or character; soft, like cotton.
Source: Webster's dictionaryMeanwhile, however, Mr. Sweeney had noticed that a citywide infestation of the cottony maple scale was worse after the spraying recommended by “the books and the authorities” than it had been before. Source: Internet
There is some evocative writing mixed into this adventure, phrases that convey a lot in few words: “…a calico face, cottony with years.” Source: Internet
These simple rolls are the perfect shape for pressed sandwiches, with a crisp crust and an interior that’s soft but not so thick and cottony that it will compete with the filling ingredients. Source: Internet
Yes, tannins (like tea) can cause that "cottony" mouth-feel. Source: Internet