noun

genny

JEH-nee

Genny (noun) means (informal, chiefly British/Irish) Short for generator, a machine that produces electricity. Example: “They kept a genny running at the campsite for lights.”

noun

(informal, chiefly British/Irish) Short for generator, a machine that produces electricity.

"They kept a genny running at the campsite for lights."

How to use genny

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishCasual short word for a generator.

When to use it

Informal/slang — used in speech, not formal writing.

Word forms

gennies plural, gennies plural, Gennies plural

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Etymology

A clipped, informal form of "generator".

Rhymes for genny

penny jenny benny Kenny Denny Lenny Henny Renny Moneypenny

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Frequently asked questions

What does “genny” mean?

The word “genny” means (informal, chiefly British/Irish) Short for generator, a machine that produces electricity. In plain terms, casual short word for a generator.

How do you pronounce “genny”?

“Genny” is pronounced JEH-nee (/ˈd͡ʒɛni/ in IPA).

How do you use “genny” in a sentence?

Here is “genny” used in a sentence: “They kept a genny running at the campsite for lights.”

What part of speech is “genny”?

“Genny” is a noun.