noun

nancy

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noun

A dated, derogatory slang term for an effeminate man.

"The insult "nancy boy" sounds badly outdated now."

name

A female given name; also a city in north-eastern France.

How to Use Nancy

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When to use it

The slang sense is dated and offensive; the given name and place name are neutral.

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The insult "_____ boy" sounds badly outdated now.

From "Nancy," a pet form of the names Agnes and Anne.

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