bluey

American  

[bloo-ee] / ˈblu i /

noun

Australian.

plural

blueys

1. swag.

2. a legal summons.

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bluey ¹ British  

/ ˈbluːɪ /

noun

1. a blanket

2. a swagman's bundle

3. to carry one's bundle; tramp

4. slang a variant of blue

5. a cattle dog

6. a red-headed person

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Bluey ² British  

/ ˈbluːɪ /

noun

1. a variant of Blue

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Etymology

Origin of bluey

1795–1805; blue + -y ²; bluey ( def. 1 ) so called because usually wrapped in a blue blanket; bluey ( def. 2 ) so called from its blue binder

Example Sentences

"Programmes like Hey Duggee, Puffin Rock, Bluey and Ranger Hamza's Eco Quest are intentionally calm, easy to follow and repetitive, with clear storytelling and relatable moments that help children make sense of the world around them", Morton said.

From BBC

Animated Australian sensation “Bluey” has arrived in Disneyland, and the titular anthropomorphic pastel-coated canine has come ready to play.

From Los Angeles Times

“Bluey” works because it’s charmed children and grown-ups alike, emphasizing imaginative parenting skills as much as it does Bluey’s playful spirit.

From Los Angeles Times

Though only about seven minutes, each core “Bluey” episode unfolds patiently, often centered on make-believe, wonder and childlike ingenuity.

From Los Angeles Times

I arrived at “Bluey’s Best Day Ever!” as a childless columnist, and yet I came away enchanted by what Disneyland’s live entertainment team, led by Susana Tubert, had concocted.

From Los Angeles Times