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nelly

Pronunciation: [ˈnɛli]

Word

Learn how to use nelly in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “slang”

(noun) a term often used to describe someone who is perceived as feminine or who shows traits typically associated with girls or women. Sometimes, it's used in a light-hearted way, but other times it can be mean.

Example

He dances like a pro and everyone says he is such a nelly.

Example

I don't want to be called a nelly just because I enjoy cooking a lot.

Example

Why do some people think being a nelly is a bad thing?

Context: “name”

(noun) a common given name for girls, like short for Eleanor or Ellen. It is friendly and easy to say.

Example

Nelly loves to play soccer with her friends after school.

Example

There was no one named Nelly in our class this year.

Example

Do you know anyone named Nelly?

How to pronounce nelly

Pronunciation: [ˈnɛli]

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