noun

mollie

MO-lih

Mollie (noun) means any of several small freshwater fish of the genus Poecilia, popular in home aquariums; more commonly spelled "molly.". Example: “She added three mollies to the tank alongside the guppies.”

noun

Any of several small freshwater fish of the genus Poecilia, popular in home aquariums; more commonly spelled "molly."

"She added three mollies to the tank alongside the guppies."

How to Use Mollie

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA common small aquarium fish, usually spelled "molly."

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Word Forms

mollies plural

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Etymology

A diminutive form, ultimately linked to the genus name Mollienesia, once used for these fish.

Synonyms

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Rhymes for mollie

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does “mollie” mean?

The word “mollie” means any of several small freshwater fish of the genus Poecilia, popular in home aquariums; more commonly spelled "molly.". In plain terms, a common small aquarium fish, usually spelled "molly.".

How do you pronounce “mollie”?

“Mollie” is pronounced MO-lih (/ˈmɑli/ in IPA).

How do you use “mollie” in a sentence?

Here is “mollie” used in a sentence: “She added three mollies to the tank alongside the guppies.”

What part of speech is “mollie”?

“Mollie” is a noun.

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