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Definition of daddy

daddy

/ˈdæd.i/
dad · dy
Plural:daddies
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• noun

1

One's father, used especially by children or as an affectionate, informal term of address.

Example

"The little girl ran across the yard to hug her daddy when he came home from work."

2

An older or dominant male romantic partner, or an attractive older man (slang).

Example

"In contemporary pop culture, the actor is frequently referred to by fans as a Hollywood daddy."

3

The oldest, largest, or most impressive example of its kind (informal).

Example

"This vintage model is the grandaddy and true daddy of all modern electric guitars."

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• Rhymes for daddy

• Nearby Words

dad
dada
dadbod
daddy
dadgum
dadrock
dadu

Word Origin & Etymology

First recorded in the early 16th century, 'daddy' is formed from 'dad' (an imitative word originating in children's early speech) combined with the diminutive suffix '-y'.

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