noun

baldy

BAWL-dee

Baldy (noun) means Informal: a bald person. Example: “The kids nicknamed their grandfather "baldy" out of affection.”

noun

Informal: a bald person.

"The kids nicknamed their grandfather "baldy" out of affection."

How to use baldy

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA casual nickname for someone with no hair.

When to use it

Informal; can be affectionate or mocking depending on context.

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What does “baldy” mean?

The word “baldy” means informal: a bald person. In plain terms, a casual nickname for someone with no hair.

How do you pronounce “baldy”?

“Baldy” is pronounced BAWL-dee (/ˈbɔl.di/ in IPA).

How do you use “baldy” in a sentence?

Here is “baldy” used in a sentence: “The kids nicknamed their grandfather "baldy" out of affection.”

What part of speech is “baldy”?

“Baldy” is a noun.

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