English Explanatory Dictionary

lindy

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A jitterbug, originated in Harlem, New York.
verb
  1. To perform this dance.
name
  1. A diminutive of the female given names Linda, Lindsay, or Linnet.
  2. A unisex given name.
  3. Nickname of US aviator Charles Lindbergh (1902–1974).
noun
  1. A certain dance step.
  2. A musical composition suitable for such a dance.
  3. Ellipsis of Lindy Hop

Pronunciation

/ˈlɪndi/

Word forms

lindy lindys lindies lindying lindied

Etymology

Probably from Lindy, the nickname of US aviator Charles A. Lindbergh.

Related words

Lindy effect

Derived words

Lindy Hop
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