adjective

Bluey

BLOO-ee

Bluey (adjective) means Somewhat blue in colour. Example: “The bruise had faded to a bluey shade of purple.”

adjective

Somewhat blue in colour.

"The bruise had faded to a bluey shade of purple."

noun

Australian slang for a nickname given to a red-headed person, ironically.

"They've called him Bluey since school because of his ginger hair."

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 notes

In 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.

Word forms

bluier comparative, blueys plural, bluiest superlative

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Etymology

From "blue" + "-y."

Rhymes for Bluey

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Frequently asked questions

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.