Nappy: meaning, definitions and examples

It appears the word 'nappy' was repeated by mistake, but the correct use is similar to the first word mentioned.

• Remember to bring extra nappies when we go out

This term is used primarily in American English for the same item, a piece of absorbent material worn by babies to contain their waste.

• She bought a pack of diapers for the newborn

Mostly used in British English to refer to a piece of cloth or other absorbent material worn by babies as underwear.

• We need to buy more nappies for the baby.
• Changing a nappy for the first time can be challenging.

Describes a need or desire to sleep, often because it is late or someone is tired.

• I get sleepy around 10 PM every night.
• Reading this book makes me feel sleepy.

Describes a state of being sleepy or lethargic. It can be caused by medication, lack of sleep, or other factors.

• After taking the medication, I felt very drowsy.
• The heat and the long drive made me drowsy.