Welly
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈwɛli/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Welly is a noun meaning (countable, informal) Wellington boot.
Meaning
(countable, informal) Wellington boot.
More Meanings
- (uncountable, informal) Force on a pedal or increase to any fuel or power for an engine or motor.
- (uncountable, informal) Force or effort.
- (In representations of Chinese pronunciation) very.
- (obsolete, UK, Ireland, dialect) Almost; nearly.
Example Sentences
Come on! Put some welly into it!
Dad has great big welly boots. For squishing in the mud; Two great big black welly boots: Thud, thud, thud.
A person exceedingly hungry says, "I'm welly clem'd; I'm almost or well-nigh starved." It is the ordinary appeal of a beggar in the streets, when asking for food.
The real thrill comes to the investigator when, convinced that he is no mere casual diner, the waiter grins broadly and says, "You don't worry. I get you something welly nice."
Word Forms
- wellies
- wellie
Synonyms for welly
Depending on context, synonyms include back.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include ahh, aha, rainboot, workshoe, workboot, bootwear.
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