silly billy
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of silly billy
First recorded in 1840–50
Example Sentences
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Her first question at night is 'Daddy, did you fall off?' and if I say yes, she'll say: 'You're a silly billy, daddy'.
From BBC • Dec. 20, 2010
I dare say that Rashborough would be on your side because he is of that peculiar class of silly billy, but you may be sure that I shall not stand it.
From The Slave of Silence by White, Fred M. (Fred Merrick)
Barbs," he said, "you're an old silly billy, and I love you with all my heart and soul.
From The Penalty by Christy, Howard Chandler
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