Pappy
noun
A term used affectionately for a father or grandfather.
I went to visit my pappy over the weekend.
Usage tips
Informal
loving pappy,dear pappy,my pappy
adjective
Describing something that is soft, not serious, or weak.
Don't give that pappy excuse; be honest!
Usage tips
Neutral
pappy excuse,pappy story,pappy plan
noun
A term used affectionately for a father or grandfather.
I went to visit my pappy over the weekend.
Usage tips
Informal
loving pappy,dear pappy,my pappy
adjective
Describing something that is soft, not serious, or weak.
Don't give that pappy excuse; be honest!
Usage tips
Neutral
pappy excuse,pappy story,pappy plan
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Informal use
Often used in a casual or familial context
He’s a great pappy to his grandchildren.
Pro Tip 2/3Tenderness
Describes the warmth of familial relationships
We all love our pappy dearly.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural context
Can vary regionally, common in some dialects
In some areas, pappy may imply a certain charm.
Pro Tip 1/3Informal use
Often used in a casual or familial context
He’s a great pappy to his grandchildren.
Pro Tip 2/3Tenderness
Describes the warmth of familial relationships
We all love our pappy dearly.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural context
Can vary regionally, common in some dialects
In some areas, pappy may imply a certain charm.
Pro Tip 1/3Informal use
Often used in a casual or familial context
He’s a great pappy to his grandchildren.
Pro Tip 2/3Tenderness
Describes the warmth of familial relationships
We all love our pappy dearly.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural context
Can vary regionally, common in some dialects
In some areas, pappy may imply a certain charm.
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