verb

divvy

DIH-vee

Divvy (verb) means to split something up into shares among a group, usually informally. Example: “Let's divvy up the chores between the three of us.”

verb

To split something up into shares among a group, usually informally.

"Let's divvy up the chores between the three of us."

noun

A share or portion of something, especially profits.

"Each partner in the firm gets a divvy at year's end."

How to use divvy

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA casual way to say "split up" or "share out" — usually followed by "up".

Common pairings

divvy up divvy something out

Word forms

more divvy comparative, divvied past tense, divvies plural, divvies plural, divvies singular, most divvy superlative

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Etymology

A clipped, informal form of dividend.

Rhymes for divvy

Livvy

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Frequently asked questions

What does “divvy” mean?

The word “divvy” means to split something up into shares among a group, usually informally. In plain terms, a casual way to say "split up" or "share out" — usually followed by "up".

How do you pronounce “divvy”?

“Divvy” is pronounced DIH-vee (/ˈdɪvi/ in IPA).

How do you use “divvy” in a sentence?

Here is “divvy” used in a sentence: “Let's divvy up the chores between the three of us.”

What part of speech is “divvy”?

Depending on how it is used, “divvy” can be a verb and a noun.

How many meanings does “divvy” have?

“Divvy” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to split something up into shares among a group, usually informally.