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Definition of johnny

johnny

/ˈdʒɑː.ni/
john · ny
Plural:johnnies
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• noun

1

American A loose-fitting, short-sleeved hospital gown worn by medical patients that ties at the back.

Example

"The nurse asked the patient to change into a clean cotton johnny before the X-ray examination."

2

British A slang term for a condom.

Example

"Public health campaigns on university campuses frequently distribute free johnnies to students."

3

British An informal, dated term for a man, fellow, or chap, especially an idle fashionable young man.

Example

"In Victorian comedies, the character is often portrayed as a wealthy society johnny strolling through London."

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• Rhymes for johnny

• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Derived as a familiar diminutive of the common male given name John, historically used as a generic term for a man or fellow.

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