noun
toots
TUUTS
Toots (noun) means an informal, affectionate way of addressing someone, often a woman ("babe" or "sweetheart"). Example: “Thanks, toots," he said, tipping his hat.”
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An informal, affectionate way of addressing someone, often a woman ("babe" or "sweetheart").
""Thanks, toots," he said, tipping his hat."
"Hey, toots! How you doing?"
How to use toots
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishAn old-fashioned, flirty term of address, like calling someone "babe" or "sweetheart".
When to use it
Dated and informal; can sound condescending if used with a stranger today.
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"Thanks, _____," he said, tipping his hat.
Etymology
A shortened form of "tootsie".
Rhymes for toots
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What does “toots” mean?
The word “toots” means an informal, affectionate way of addressing someone, often a woman ("babe" or "sweetheart"). In plain terms, an old-fashioned, flirty term of address, like calling someone "babe" or "sweetheart".
How do you pronounce “toots”?
“Toots” is pronounced TUUTS (/ˈtʊts/ in IPA).
How do you use “toots” in a sentence?
Here is “toots” used in a sentence: “"Thanks, toots," he said, tipping his hat.”
What part of speech is “toots”?
“Toots” is a noun.
