Teddy en · PROPN
Pronunciation
- /ˈtɛdi/
Etymology
Etymology tree English Ted Old English -iġ Middle English -y English -y English Teddy From Ted + -y.
Meanings
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A diminutive of the male given names Edward and Theodore, or of their diminutives Ted and Tedd.
She said, “You indicated little Teddy's become quite a handful.” “Theodore,” said Christopher. “God, whatever you do, don't call him Teddy.”
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Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Teddie | alternative | lexicographic |
Relateds
Teddy Hall · Teddy Roosevelt Terrier · teddy bear · Teddy boy