thingy Meaning & Definition
/ˈθɪŋiː/
What Does Thingy Mean?
Thingy is a noun that means A thing. It is also used to mean A penis. As a pronoun, it means A person whose name one cannot recall. (Can we verify this sense?). As an adjective, it means Resembling or characteristic of a thing; tangible.
Word Facts for Thingy
| Part of speech | noun, pronoun, adjective |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈθɪŋiː/ |
| Plural | thingies |
| Comparative / superlative | thingier, thingiest |
Thingy Definition (Noun)
- A thing .
- A penis.
Thingy as a Pronoun
- A person whose name one cannot recall. (Can we verify this sense?)
He reminds me of thingy from that film.
Thingy as an Adjective
- Resembling or characteristic of a thing; tangible.
Synonyms of Thingy
The source does not list synonyms for this entry.
Thingy synonyms and antonyms →Thingy in a Sentence
He reminds me of thingy from that film.
Word Forms & Grammar
thingy (plural thingies)
thingy
thingy (comparative thingier, superlative thingiest)
Words That Rhyme With Thingy
Origin of Thingy
Origin 1: From thing + -y (diminutive suffix).
Origin 2: From thing + -y (adjectival suffix).
Questions People Ask About Thingy
Is thingy a noun or a pronoun?
Thingy is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as a pronoun and an adjective.
What is the plural of thingy?
The plural of thingy is thingies.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of thingy?
The comparative form is thingier and the superlative form is thingiest.