adjective
Bluey
BLOO-ee
Bluey (adjective) means Somewhat blue in colour. Example: “The bruise had faded to a bluey shade of purple.”
adjective
1
Somewhat blue in colour.
"The bruise had faded to a bluey shade of purple."
noun
1
Australian slang for a nickname given to a red-headed person, ironically.
"They've called him Bluey since school because of his ginger hair."
2
Australian slang for a bushman's rolled-up bundle of belongings, or blanket.
"He slung his bluey over his shoulder and headed out to the paddock."
How to use Bluey
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSlightly blue in colour — or, in Australian slang, a nickname for a redhead, or a swagman's bundled blanket.
When to use it
The Australian slang senses are informal and regional.
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Word forms
- Plural
- blueys
- Comparative
- bluier
- Superlative
- bluiest
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The bruise had faded to a _____ shade of purple.
Etymology
From "blue" + "-y."
Rhymes for Bluey
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What does “Bluey” mean?
The word “Bluey” means somewhat blue in colour. In plain terms, slightly blue in colour — or, in Australian slang, a nickname for a redhead, or a swagman's bundled blanket.
How do you pronounce “Bluey”?
“Bluey” is pronounced BLOO-ee (/ˈbluː.i/ in IPA).
How do you use “Bluey” in a sentence?
Here is “Bluey” used in a sentence: “The bruise had faded to a bluey shade of purple.”
What part of speech is “Bluey”?
Depending on how it is used, “Bluey” can be an adjective and a noun.
How many meanings does “Bluey” have?
“Bluey” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: somewhat blue in colour.
