noun
bubby
BUU-bee
Bubby (noun) means Informal, affectionate term of address for a young boy. Example: “Come on, bubby, time for bed.”
noun
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Informal, affectionate term of address for a young boy.
"Come on, bubby, time for bed."
How to use bubby
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA gentle pet name for a small boy.
When to use it
Informal, mostly used within families.
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Word forms
- Plural
- bubbies
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Etymology
Likely a babyish or affectionate coinage, related to "bub" and "bubba."
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What does “bubby” mean?
The word “bubby” means informal, affectionate term of address for a young boy. In plain terms, a gentle pet name for a small boy.
How do you pronounce “bubby”?
“Bubby” is pronounced BUU-bee (/ˈbʊbi/ in IPA).
How do you use “bubby” in a sentence?
Here is “bubby” used in a sentence: “Come on, bubby, time for bed.”
What part of speech is “bubby”?
“Bubby” is a noun.
