noun

Spidey

SPEYE-dee

Spidey (noun) means an informal nickname for Spider-Man, or casually, a spider. Example: “Kids lined up to get their photo taken with Spidey at the convention.”

noun

An informal nickname for Spider-Man, or casually, a spider.

"Kids lined up to get their photo taken with Spidey at the convention."

How to use Spidey

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishInformal nickname for Spider-Man (or occasionally just a spider).

Common pairings

spidey sense

Word forms

spideys plural

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Etymology

A casual, affectionate shortening of "spider," with the "-y" ending used the way it is in other pet nicknames.

Rhymes for Spidey

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Spidey” mean?

The word “Spidey” means an informal nickname for Spider-Man, or casually, a spider. In plain terms, informal nickname for Spider-Man (or occasionally just a spider).

How do you pronounce “Spidey”?

“Spidey” is pronounced SPEYE-dee (/ˈspaɪdi/ in IPA).

How do you use “Spidey” in a sentence?

Here is “Spidey” used in a sentence: “Kids lined up to get their photo taken with Spidey at the convention.”

What part of speech is “Spidey”?

“Spidey” is a noun.