English Explanatory Dictionary

Hughie

English dictionary entry

Meanings

name
  1. A diminutive of the male given name Hugh.
  2. An imaginary god or higher power responsible for rain.
  3. Imaginary god who creates surf (waves, and associated conditions).

Pronunciation

EN-AU ck1 Hughie.ogg

Word forms

Hughie Huey

Etymology

From Hugh + -ie. Regarding rain, various etymologies have been proposed; see Send 'er down, Hughie!.

Derived words

send her down Hughie
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