Pappy: meaning, definitions and examples

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pappy

 

[ หˆpรฆpi ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

informal term

Pappy is an informal term often used to refer to a grandfather or an old man, particularly in a fond or affectionate way. It can also refer to an elder male figure who is cherished and respected within a family or community.

Synonyms

gramps, grandfather, old man, pop.

Examples of usage

  • My pappy taught me how to fish.
  • I spent the summer at my pappy's house.
  • Pappy always tells the best stories.
  • We celebrated pappy's birthday with a big family gathering.

Translations

Translations of the word "pappy" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น papai

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฆเคพเคฆเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Papa

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ ayah

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั‚ะฐั‚ะพ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ tata

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ‘ใƒ‘ (papa)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท papa

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ papรก

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท baba

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์•„๋น  (appa)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฃุจ (ab)

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tรกta

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ tata

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ˆธ็ˆธ (bร ba)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ oฤe

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ pabbi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ำ™ะบะต (รคke)

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ‘แƒแƒ‘แƒฃแƒ (babu)

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ata

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ papรก

Etymology

The word 'pappy' has its origins in the early 19th century in America, derived from a term of endearment for fathers. It is thought to come from a combination of 'papa' and a diminutive suffix '-y', making it a familiar, affectionate way to refer to paternal figures. Over time, it evolved to also encompass grandfathers and older male adults. Its usage reflects a rural, familial context, primarily within certain regions of the United States. Though it has roots in family dynamics, 'pappy' carries a charm and warmth that encapsulates memories and familial bonds across generations.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #37,456, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.