BILLY


Meaning of BILLY in English

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

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