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Gaby

GA-bee

Gaby (name) means a short form of the female given name Gabrielle, or occasionally a French surname. Example: “Her friends all call her Gaby.”

name
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A short form of the female given name Gabrielle, or occasionally a French surname.
"Her friends all call her Gaby."
noun
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Dated slang: a foolish or simple-minded person.

How to Use Gaby

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishMost commonly a nickname for Gabrielle; rarely, an old-fashioned word for a foolish person.

Word Forms

Gabys plural, gabies plural

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Etymology

A shortened form of Gabrielle.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does “Gaby” mean?

The word “Gaby” means a short form of the female given name Gabrielle, or occasionally a French surname. In plain terms, most commonly a nickname for Gabrielle; rarely, an old-fashioned word for a foolish person.

How do you pronounce “Gaby”?

“Gaby” is pronounced GA-bee (/ˈɡæbi/ in IPA).

How do you use “Gaby” in a sentence?

Here is “Gaby” used in a sentence: “Her friends all call her Gaby.”

What part of speech is “Gaby”?

Depending on how it is used, “Gaby” can be a name and a noun.

How many meanings does “Gaby” have?

“Gaby” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a short form of the female given name Gabrielle, or occasionally a French surname.

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