Etymology

biddy

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Today it means: A woman, especially an old woman; especially one regarded as fussy or mean or a gossipy busybody. Full definition →

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biddy · noun1

Derived from Biddy, diminutive form of Bridget. It became a generic name for an Irish maid (US), and then for an old woman.

biddy · noun2

From the phrase "tig biddies", derived from "big tiddies".

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