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Etymology

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un- +‎ touchy

Adjective

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untouchy (comparative more untouchy, superlative most untouchy)

  1. (informal) Not inclined to engage in physical touch.
    • 2012, Katharine Graves, The Hypnobirthing Book, page 82:
      We live in a very untouchy society, and yet touch is so comforting and therapeutic.