- plural of welly.
wellies
Britishplural noun
Example Sentences
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He said: "Yellow wellies are synonymous with the RNLI, the iconic yellow welly forms part of the crew's safety equipment both for our shore crew and boat crew with their drysuits."
From BBC ● Jun. 23, 2026
It reads like a lovely every day tale, not a fairy tale: no glass slippers, but wellies.
From BBC ● Feb. 12, 2026
This sentiment is echoed by Ian who said as the workers were never told of any risks, they did not wear breathing equipment and handled the foam in their factory overalls and wellies only.
From BBC ● Dec. 15, 2025
Remember to take wellies, waterproofs and warm layers in case the weather takes a turn or gets cold at night.
From BBC ● Jun. 15, 2025
I change my clothes and see Willa’s green wellies peeking out from beneath the bed.
From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin
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