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Definition of yorkie

yorkie

/ˈjɔːr.ki/
yor · kie
Plural:Yorkies
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• noun

1

An informal name for a Yorkshire Terrier, a small toy dog breed originally developed in Yorkshire, England, characterized by its long, silky blue-and-tan coat and spirited temperament.

Example

"Our neighbor walks her tiny Yorkie around the park every morning."

2

British An informal term for a native or inhabitant of the county of Yorkshire in northern England.

Example

"As a proud Yorkie, he never missed a home cricket match at Headingley."

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yore
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yorkie
yorkshire pudding
yorkton
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Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the 20th century as an affectionate diminutive of Yorkshire (Terrier) combined with the suffix -ie.

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