noun
baldy
BAWL-dee
noun
1
Informal: a bald person.
"The kids nicknamed their grandfather "baldy" out of affection."
How to Use Baldy
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA casual nickname for someone with no hair.
When to use it
Informal; can be affectionate or mocking depending on context.
Word Forms
baldies plural
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