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Debby

Debby (name) means an alternate spelling of the nickname Debbie, short for Deborah. Example: “She signs her emails "Debby" rather than "Debbie".”

name

An alternate spelling of the nickname Debbie, short for Deborah.

"She signs her emails "Debby" rather than "Debbie"."

adj

Resembling or characteristic of a debutante.

"The dress had a slightly debby, coming-out-ball look to it."

How to use Debby

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishMainly a spelling variant of the nickname Debbie; rarely also an adjective meaning debutante-like.

Word forms

debbier comparative, debbiest superlative

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Etymology

From Deborah plus "-y"; the adjective sense is an informal derivation from "debutante".

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Debby” mean?

The word “Debby” means an alternate spelling of the nickname Debbie, short for Deborah. In plain terms, mainly a spelling variant of the nickname Debbie; rarely also an adjective meaning debutante-like.

How do you use “Debby” in a sentence?

Here is “Debby” used in a sentence: “She signs her emails "Debby" rather than "Debbie".”

What part of speech is “Debby”?

Depending on how it is used, “Debby” can be a name and an adjective.

How many meanings does “Debby” have?

“Debby” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: an alternate spelling of the nickname Debbie, short for Deborah.