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Definition of biddy

biddy

/ˈbɪd.i/
bid · dy
Plural:biddies
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biddy Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

An elderly woman, especially one perceived as annoying, gossipy, or interfering (informal and derogatory).

Example

"The neighborhood kids were scolded by an old biddy who watched the street from her front porch."

2

American A domestic hen or a young chicken (chick), belonging to the pheasant family Phasianidae.

Example

"The farmer scattered handfuls of cracked corn across the yard for the biddies."

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Word Nuance & Usage

When referring to a woman, 'biddy' (especially in the phrase 'old biddy') is informal and distinctly derogatory, implying that she is elderly, nosy, or tiresome.

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Word Origin & Etymology

Originally a pet form of the Irish female given name Bridget, the word became a generic slang term for an Irish maidservant in the 19th century before shifting to mean an elderly, gossipy woman.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Biddy. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/biddy
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