noun

Queenie

KWEE-nee

Queenie (noun) means an informal or affectionate nickname, sometimes used for an effeminate man. Example: “His friends jokingly called him Queenie at the party.”

noun

An informal or affectionate nickname, sometimes used for an effeminate man.

"His friends jokingly called him Queenie at the party."

"The old drag performer went by the stage name Queenie."

How to use Queenie

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA pet-name form of "queen," used as a nickname or given name.

When to use it

When used to describe a man, it's informal and can be affectionate or mocking depending on context and tone.

Word forms

queenies plural

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Etymology

From queen + -ie, an affectionate diminutive suffix.

Rhymes for Queenie

pie die lie tie sie vie hie i.e. brie movie eerie moxie

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Queenie” mean?

The word “Queenie” means an informal or affectionate nickname, sometimes used for an effeminate man. In plain terms, a pet-name form of "queen," used as a nickname or given name.

How do you pronounce “Queenie”?

“Queenie” is pronounced KWEE-nee (/ˈkwiːni/ in IPA).

How do you use “Queenie” in a sentence?

Here is “Queenie” used in a sentence: “His friends jokingly called him Queenie at the party.”

What part of speech is “Queenie”?

“Queenie” is a noun.

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