Christy

¹

[kris-tee]

noun

(sometimes lowercase)

plural

Christies 

1. Christie.

Christy

²

[kris-tee]

noun

1. Edwin P., 1815–62, U.S. minstrel-show performer and producer.

2. Howard Chandler 1873–1952, U.S. illustrator and painter.

3. a male given name, form of Christopher.

4. a female given name, form of Christine.

Christy

/ ˈkrɪstɪ /

noun

1. skiing a turn in which the body is swung sharply round with the skis parallel, originating in Norway and used for stopping, slowing down, or changing direction quickly

Word History and Origins

Origin of Christy¹

By shortening

Word History and Origins

Origin of Christy¹

C20: shortened from _Christiania

Example Sentences

Prosecutor Christy Slavik argued that the harsher sentence was more appropriate for the severity of his actions.

From BBC

He is understood to have forged a relationship with founder Christy's son, former boxing promoter Daniel Kinahan, while living in the Costa del Sol.

From BBC

Dave Karger wonders if one star has the makeup to land in the top five: “‘Christy’ star Sydney Sweeney will try to ride her strong Toronto buzz to a first nomination.”

From Los Angeles Times

Sydney Sweeney, “Christy” “International actresses headline this race, with ‘Hamnet’s’ Jessie Buckley and ‘Sentimental Value’s’ Renate Reinsve earning festival raves for their wonderful performances.

From Los Angeles Times

Two-time winner Emma Stone and two-time acting nominee Cynthia Erivo are also likely to return, while ‘Christy’ star Sydney Sweeney will try to ride her strong Toronto buzz to a first nomination.”

From Los Angeles Times