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Synonyms for biddy


Grammar : Noun
Spell : bid-ee
Phonetic Transcription : ˈbɪd i



Définition of biddy

Origin :
  • "old woman," 1785; meaning "Irish maid-servant" (1861) is American English; both from Biddy, pet form of common Irish proper name Bridget.
  • noun fussy old woman
Example sentences :
  • Biddy said that this was a splendid beginning, if I had the sense to follow it up.
  • Extract from : « It Happened in Egypt » by C. N. Williamson
  • I bore her no grudge—who could bear soft-eyed, laughing, yet tragic Biddy a grudge?
  • Extract from : « It Happened in Egypt » by C. N. Williamson
  • As Biddy says, the girl can be charming not only when she wants to be, but quite often when she doesn't.
  • Extract from : « It Happened in Egypt » by C. N. Williamson
  • Biddy darted off to an adjoining room, leaving me alone with my employer.
  • Extract from : « It Happened in Egypt » by C. N. Williamson
  • It wouldn't be Biddy if she weren't ingratiating herself with some one!
  • Extract from : « It Happened in Egypt » by C. N. Williamson
  • These men were dressed as their ancestors had dressed in the time of Abraham, and Biddy and I envied them.
  • Extract from : « It Happened in Egypt » by C. N. Williamson
  • But you will see for yourself, and talk things over with Your old friend, Biddy.
  • Extract from : « It Happened in Egypt » by C. N. Williamson
  • "The man who stared at me over his candle has a scar on his forehead," said Biddy.
  • Extract from : « It Happened in Egypt » by C. N. Williamson
  • But, Biddy thought we must wait till Wretched was off his guard.
  • Extract from : « It Happened in Egypt » by C. N. Williamson
  • I would have answered, but a look from Biddy enjoined silence.
  • Extract from : « It Happened in Egypt » by C. N. Williamson

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