noun
beanie
BEE-nee
Beanie (noun) means a snug, close-fitting cap, typically knitted from wool, without a brim. Example: “He pulled on a beanie before heading out into the cold.”
noun
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A snug, close-fitting cap, typically knitted from wool, without a brim.
"He pulled on a beanie before heading out into the cold."
How to use beanie
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA soft knitted hat that fits closely over the head.
Common pairings
a knitted beanie
wear a beanie
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Word forms
- Plural
- beanies
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Etymology
From bean (slang for "head") + the diminutive suffix -ie.
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Rhymes for beanie
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What does “beanie” mean?
The word “beanie” means a snug, close-fitting cap, typically knitted from wool, without a brim. In plain terms, a soft knitted hat that fits closely over the head.
How do you pronounce “beanie”?
“Beanie” is pronounced BEE-nee (/ˈbiː.ni/ in IPA).
How do you use “beanie” in a sentence?
Here is “beanie” used in a sentence: “He pulled on a beanie before heading out into the cold.”
What is another word for “beanie”?
Words with a similar meaning to “beanie” include knit cap, knit hat, skull cap, skullie, skully and snow cap.
What part of speech is “beanie”?
“Beanie” is a noun.
