Johnny

American  

[jon-ee] / ˈdʒɒn i /

Or Johnnie

noun

plural

Johnnies

1. (sometimes lowercase) a familiar term of address for a man or boy.

2. (sometimes lowercase) a short, collarless gown that is fastened in back and is worn by hospital patients, persons being examined in a doctor's office, etc.

3. (lowercase) toilet; bathroom.

4. a male given name, form of John.

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johnny British  

/ ˈdʒɒnɪ /

noun

1. informal (often capital) a man or boy; chap

2. a slang word for condom

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Etymology

Origin of Johnny

First recorded in 1665–75; John + -y ²

Example Sentences

The story of his life - which has therefore spanned the entire existence of his country's national team - will be shown in The Charlie O'Leary Story - From Johnny Cullen's Hill to the Olympic Stadium Rome.

From BBC

U.S. players embraced the family after the victory, hanging Johnny’s No. 13 jersey in the arena as fans held up signs honoring his legacy.

From Salon

It will be a huge afternoon for Crowley in just his second Six Nations start since he helped steer Ireland to the title in 2024 in the wake of Johnny Sexton's retirement.

From BBC

Julia, a successful businesswoman in textile design, knows that her father will be alarmed at this impetuous engagement and will want to make sure that Johnny isn’t a gold digger.

From The Wall Street Journal

A pole vaulter and cheerleader at the University of North Texas, Delka was introduced to skeleton by Johnny Quinn, a fellow North Texas alum who competed in the bobsled.

From Los Angeles Times

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