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Judy
JOO-dee
Judy (name) means a female given name, a shortened, informal form of Judith. Example: “Judy Garland became famous for her role in The Wizard of Oz.”
name
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A female given name, a shortened, informal form of Judith.
""Punch," said Judy, "You're looking moody." "Judy," said Punch, "I want my lunch.""
— Rose Fyleman, Punch and Judy (1931)
"I've never met an old person named Judy. Now that's true. Maybe something happens to girls with young names like Debby, Judy, and Susie. At a certain age they make you change it to Doris, Edna, or Myrtle."
— Judy Carter, Stand-up Comedy: A Book (1989)
"Judy Garland became famous for her role in The Wizard of Oz."
noun
1
Informal British slang for a girl or woman.
"He turned up to the party with a new judy on his arm."
How to use Judy
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishMost commonly a first name; also older British slang for "woman."
When to use it
The slang sense meaning "woman" is dated British informal usage, not common today.
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Etymology
A pet form of the name Judith.
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What does “Judy” mean?
The word “Judy” means a female given name, a shortened, informal form of Judith. In plain terms, most commonly a first name; also older British slang for "woman.".
How do you pronounce “Judy”?
“Judy” is pronounced JOO-dee (/ˈd͡ʒuːdi/ in IPA).
How do you use “Judy” in a sentence?
Here is “Judy” used in a sentence: “Judy Garland became famous for her role in The Wizard of Oz.”
What part of speech is “Judy”?
Depending on how it is used, “Judy” can be a name and a noun.
Is “Judy” a common word?
“Judy” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Judy” have?
“Judy” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a female given name, a shortened, informal form of Judith.
Is Judy short for Judith?
Yes, Judy is an informal, shortened form of the given name Judith. It is commonly used as a nickname on its own as well.
What does judy mean in British slang?
In informal British slang, a judy is a girl or woman. This usage is regional and casual, and would not typically appear in formal writing.
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