noun-modifying (irregular)
yellowish; cream-colored
Describes something that has a slight yellow tint or is cream-colored. Used prenominally.
Yellowish flowers are blooming in the garden.
This paper is yellowish and looks old.
Alternate spelling using 黄味; also seen.
Compound of 黄み (yellow tint) + がかった (past form of がかる, 'to be tinged with').