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biddy

The correct spelling is biddy.

How to pronounce biddy

noun

IPA: /ˈbɪdi/

Say it like: Bid-dee

The correct spelling is biddy. A woman, especially an old woman; especially one regarded as fussy or mean or a gossipy busybody. For example: "He's got it made, hanging around with the bitties all the time."

Usage Examples

He's got it made, hanging around with the bitties all the time.

Definition

noun

  1. 1.A woman, especially an old woman; especially one regarded as fussy or mean or a gossipy busybody.
  2. 2.An attractive girl.
  3. 3.An Irish maidservant.
  4. 4.(by extension) An Irishwoman.
  5. 5.A name used in calling a hen or chicken, often as "biddy-biddy-biddy".

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