General
tidy
What does tidy mean?
Of an amount, fairly large or considerable.
"He won a tidy sum on the horses."
Origin
Standard English 'tidy' (neat) extended into general approval in northern English and Welsh slang. Especially strong in Wales and the north as an all-purpose 'good'.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'tidy' mean in slang?
It means good, nice, or impressive — separate from meaning 'neat'. 'That's tidy' means 'that's great'.
What does 'tidy' mean as a reply?
On its own it's an interjection like 'nice one' or 'sorted'.
Can 'tidy' describe an amount?
Yes — 'a tidy sum' means a fairly large amount of money.
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