Pally
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈpali/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Pally is an adjective meaning Like a pal; friendly.
Meaning
Like a pal; friendly.
More Meanings
- (US) An affectionate term of address.
- (US, Australia) A slightly derogatory and insulting term of address.
- (slang, fantasy roleplaying games) A paladin.
Example Sentences
‘Sit here, pally.’ He pushed me down.
Words are the friendliest and palliest things I know.
[…]he was a champion boozer and the palliest bloke in the pub.
The chap I′m most pally with is Fright who is nearly sixty now but still climbs like a youngster.
Word Forms
- pallier
- palliest
- pallies
Synonyms for pally
Depending on context, synonyms include friendly, chummy, matey, palsy-walsy.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include chummy, matey, palsy-walsy, friendly, buddy, fella.
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Sources & Attribution
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