dandy
Dandy (noun) means a man who is unusually preoccupied with his clothes, grooming, and refined manners. Example: “He strolled through town dressed like a Victorian dandy.”
How to use dandy
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA stylish, fussy dresser, or (as an adjective) simply "great" or "fine."
"Just dandy" as an adjective is often used sarcastically in modern American English to mean the opposite of fine.
Word forms
dandier comparative, dandies plural, dandies plural, dandiest superlative
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He strolled through town dressed like a Victorian _____.
Etymology
Borrowed from Scots dandy, meaning a fop or someone unusually well-dressed; the exact origin is uncertain, possibly linked to the name Andrew.
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What does “dandy” mean?
The word “dandy” means a man who is unusually preoccupied with his clothes, grooming, and refined manners. In plain terms, a stylish, fussy dresser, or (as an adjective) simply "great" or "fine.".
How do you pronounce “dandy”?
“Dandy” is pronounced DAN-dee (/ˈdæn.di/ in IPA).
How do you use “dandy” in a sentence?
Here is “dandy” used in a sentence: “He strolled through town dressed like a Victorian dandy.”
What is another word for “dandy”?
Words with a similar meaning to “dandy” include barbermonger, beau, blade, blood, buck and carpet knight.
What is the opposite of “dandy”?
The opposite of “dandy” — its antonyms — are puritan and untidy person.
What part of speech is “dandy”?
Depending on how it is used, “dandy” can be a noun and an adjective.
Is “dandy” a common word?
“Dandy” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “dandy” have?
“Dandy” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a man who is unusually preoccupied with his clothes, grooming, and refined manners.