binky

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A stuffed animal, pillow, blanket, or toy that a small child is more attached to than any other, and often sleeps with.
  2. A baby's pacifier.
noun
  1. A high hop that a rabbit may perform when happy, usually with a 180° turn while in the air and a bewildered expression upon landing.
verb
  1. To perform a high hop, as when happy.
name
  1. Alternative form of Binkie (“a pet name”).

Pronunciation

/ˈbɪŋki/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Flame, not lame-binky.wav

Word forms

binky binkies binkying binkied

Etymology

* Perhaps a child's pronunciation of blanket. * (US) Commercial child's pacifier brand name. (1948–1977)

Related words

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