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Gibby

Gibby (noun) means informal name for a Gibson-brand guitar. Example: “He walked onstage with his old gibby slung over his shoulder.”

noun
1
Informal name for a Gibson-brand guitar.
"He walked onstage with his old gibby slung over his shoulder."
"She traded her amp for a vintage gibby at the pawn shop."

How to use Gibby

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA casual nickname musicians use for a guitar made by the Gibson company.

When to use it

Informal slang used mostly among guitarists and collectors, not in formal writing.

Common pairings
a vintage gibby play a gibby

Word forms

Gibbies plural, Gibbys plural

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Etymology

From Gibson + -y.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Gibby” mean?

The word “Gibby” means informal name for a Gibson-brand guitar. In plain terms, a casual nickname musicians use for a guitar made by the Gibson company.

How do you use “Gibby” in a sentence?

Here is “Gibby” used in a sentence: “He walked onstage with his old gibby slung over his shoulder.”

What part of speech is “Gibby”?

“Gibby” is a noun.

What is the meaning of Gibby?

"Gibby" (noun) means informal name for a Gibson-brand guitar.

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