popsy

American  

[pop-see] / ˈpɒp si /

noun

British Informal.

plural

popsies

1. a girl or young woman.

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popsy British  

/ ˈpɒpsɪ /

noun

1. old-fashioned an attractive young woman

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Etymology

Origin of popsy

1860–65; generic use of a term of endearment, probably pop(pet) + -sy

Example Sentences

“I’ll give Biden credit for the things Biden’s done,” said Popsy Robinson, a 71-year-old Biden voter, when asked whether he believes Harris deserves to share in the president’s achievements.

From Los Angeles Times

“That’s right, Popsy,” Mary Anne called out.

From Literature

“Birds, eh, Popsy,” Ben intoned.

From Literature

“If that’s where we’re goin’ to school, you can forget it, Popsy,” Mary Anne blurted out.

From Literature

“That just means you’re not high-ranked enough to get us a house, huh, Popsy,” Mary Anne said.

From Literature