adj

natty

NA-tee

Natty (adj) means Smart, neat, and stylishly dressed. Example: “He showed up in a natty tweed suit and polished shoes.”

adj

Smart, neat, and stylishly dressed.

"He showed up in a natty tweed suit and polished shoes."

"She always looks natty, even on a casual Friday."

Slang: natural, meaning not enhanced by steroids or other performance drugs (common in bodybuilding and fitness culture).

"He insists his muscle gains are all natty, with no supplements involved."

How to use natty

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishEither "neatly and fashionably dressed" (the older sense) or "drug-free/natural" in bodybuilding slang (the newer one).

When to use it

The "steroid-free" meaning is internet and gym slang, informal in any other context.

Word forms

nattier comparative, nattier comparative, more natty comparative, more natty comparative, natties plural, natties plural, nattiest superlative, nattiest superlative, most natty superlative, most natty superlative

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Etymology

Origin uncertain; likely connected to "natural," possibly starting out as informal slang before settling into its "smart, tidy" meaning.

Rhymes for natty

batty fatty catty Patty ratty Matty chatty Beatty

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Frequently asked questions

What does “natty” mean?

The word “natty” means smart, neat, and stylishly dressed. In plain terms, either "neatly and fashionably dressed" (the older sense) or "drug-free/natural" in bodybuilding slang (the newer one).

How do you pronounce “natty”?

“Natty” is pronounced NA-tee (/ˈnæti/ in IPA).

How do you use “natty” in a sentence?

Here is “natty” used in a sentence: “He showed up in a natty tweed suit and polished shoes.”

What part of speech is “natty”?

“Natty” is an adjective.

How many meanings does “natty” have?

“Natty” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: smart, neat, and stylishly dressed.