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Definition of croupy

croupy

/ˈkruːpi/
croup · y
Adverb:croupily
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• adjective

1

Relating to, affected with, or resembling croup, especially characterized by a harsh, hoarse, barking cough or labored breathing.

Example

"The pediatrician advised using a cool-mist humidifier to soothe the toddler's croupy cough during the night."

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• Rhymes for croupy

• Nearby Words

croton
crouch
croup
croupy
crouton
crow
crowbar

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the 18th century from the noun 'croup'—derived from a Scots and northern English dialect verb meaning 'to croak or cry hoarsely'—combined with the adjectival suffix '-y'.

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