What does missy mean?
Missy means A young female, or miss; as a term of mild disparagement, typically used jokingly or rebukingly..
Missy
/ˈmɪs.i/ · noun
Meaning
A young female, or miss; as a term of mild disparagement, typically used jokingly or rebukingly..
Definitions by Sense
- A young female, or miss; as a term of mild disparagement, typically used jokingly or rebukingly.
- (Singapore, Malaysia) A female nurse.
- Girlish; effeminate; sentimental.
- Of, or pertaining to, female clothing or clothing sizes.
- (mineralogy) Alternative form of misy.
Example Sentences
That's enough out of you, missy!
Synonyms for missy
Antonyms for missy
Related Words
Word Forms
- missies
Usage Notes
Choose a synonym only when it preserves the intended meaning, tone, and grammar of the full sentence.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for missy?
Common synonyms include miss, girl, young lady, fille.
What is the opposite of missy?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use missy in a sentence?
That's enough out of you, missy!
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