What does PAPPY mean?

Definition of Pappy

1. Parts of Speech: Noun, Adjective

2. Definitions:

• a term of endearment used for ones father or grandfather (noun)
• resembling or containing pap; soft and pulpy (adjective)

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈpæpi/
• UK: /ˈpæpi/

4. Origin and Usage: The word "pappy" originated from the word "pap" which means a soft, pulpy food, especially for infants. It was first recorded in the 17th century and has been used to refer to fathers and grandfathers since the early 1900s. The word is mainly used in informal and affectionate contexts.

5. Synonyms: dad, daddy, father, granddad, grandpa

6. Related Words: happy, lappy, nappy, sappy, tappy

7. Example Sentences:

• He called his grandpa "pappy" ever since he was a little boy.
• The mashed potatoes were so pappy that he couldn eat them.