tolly

American

[tol-ee] / ˈtɒl i /

noun

British Slang.

plural

tollies

candle.

tolly British

/ ˈtɒlɪ /

noun

a castrated calf

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Etymology

Origin of tolly

First recorded in 1850–55; alteration of tallow

Example Sentences

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David Tolly, the candidate who polled second with 6,638 votes, is an Independent.

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And in Monday's episode, Tolani, known as Tolly T, said "something happened" between them, without providing details.

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But she said the row was "the cherry on top" after "years of a rift between myself and Tolly which was clear to see".

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Tolly also denied rumours she had bullied Milena, telling listeners: "One thing I'm not is a bully", adding she also isn't "allowed to be a victim".

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Tolly added that she felt "massively hurt and betrayed", not wanting things "to end in this way".

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