noun
biddy
BIH-dee
Biddy (noun) means an informal, often unkind term for an older woman seen as fussy or gossipy. Example: “The old biddy next door complains about every little noise.”
noun
1
An informal, often unkind term for an older woman seen as fussy or gossipy.
"The old biddy next door complains about every little noise."
2
A call used to summon a hen or chicken.
"She called "here, biddy, biddy" as she scattered the feed."
How to use biddy
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA dismissive term for an old, fussy woman, or a word used to call chickens.
When to use it
The "old woman" sense is informal and can come across as insulting.
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- biddies
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Etymology
Originally a diminutive of the name Bridget, which became a generic nickname for Irish maidservants in the United States, and later shifted to mean any old woman.
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What does “biddy” mean?
The word “biddy” means an informal, often unkind term for an older woman seen as fussy or gossipy. In plain terms, a dismissive term for an old, fussy woman, or a word used to call chickens.
How do you pronounce “biddy”?
“Biddy” is pronounced BIH-dee (/ˈbɪdi/ in IPA).
How do you use “biddy” in a sentence?
Here is “biddy” used in a sentence: “The old biddy next door complains about every little noise.”
What part of speech is “biddy”?
“Biddy” is a noun.
Where does the word “biddy” come from?
The word “biddy” comes from Irish. Originally a diminutive of the name Bridget, which became a generic nickname for Irish maidservants in the United States, and later shifted to mean any old woman.
How many meanings does “biddy” have?
“Biddy” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: an informal, often unkind term for an older woman seen as fussy or gossipy.
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