Nappy

usgb/ˈnæpi/
noun

A piece of absorbent material worn by a baby to absorb their waste.

The baby needs a new nappy.
Visual representation of "nappy" - A piece of absorbent material worn by a baby to absorb their waste.

Often appears as...

  • change a nappy
  • clean nappy
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Visual representation of "nappy"
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Cultural Relativity

Understand that 'nappy' means diaper in some countries, but not in the U.S. where 'diaper' is used.

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In the U.K., parents buy nappies, but in the U.S., they buy diapers.
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Visual Imagery

'Nappy' is used when visualizing a baby's garment that holds waste, typically secured with tapes or Velcro.

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She packed extra nappies with charming animal prints for the trip.
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Common Collocations

Pairs often with verbs related to caretaking, like 'change,' 'dispose of,' or 'buy.'

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My turn to change the nappy!
Visual representation of the word "Nappy"

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