I. billy
variant of billie
II. bil·ly ˈbilē, -li noun
( plural billies also billys -(ˌ)lēz, -liz)
Etymology: probably from the name Billy
1. : a slubbing frame
2. : a heavy usually wooden weapon for delivering blows : club ; especially : a policeman's club
3.
[by shortening]
: billy goat
III. billy noun
( -es )
Etymology: probably back-formation from billycan
chiefly Australia : a cylindrical container usually made of metal or enamelware, having a set-in lid and a wire bail and often used for outdoor cooking or for carrying food or liquid
tea fresh from the billy