noun
baldie
BAWL-dee
Baldie (noun) means Informal: someone who is bald. Example: “His friends have called him "baldie" ever since he shaved his head.”
noun
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Informal: someone who is bald.
"His friends have called him "baldie" ever since he shaved his head."
How to use baldie
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA casual, sometimes teasing, nickname for a bald person.
When to use it
Informal and can be mildly teasing or affectionate depending on tone.
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Word forms
- Plural
- baldies
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Etymology
Formed from bald and -ie.
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What does “baldie” mean?
The word “baldie” means informal: someone who is bald. In plain terms, a casual, sometimes teasing, nickname for a bald person.
How do you pronounce “baldie”?
“Baldie” is pronounced BAWL-dee (/ˈbɔl.di/ in IPA).
How do you use “baldie” in a sentence?
Here is “baldie” used in a sentence: “His friends have called him "baldie" ever since he shaved his head.”
What part of speech is “baldie”?
“Baldie” is a noun.
