What does POTTY mean?

Parts of Speech

Potty is a noun and an adjective.

Definitions

As a noun, potty refers to a small toilet for children. As an adjective, it means slightly crazy or eccentric.

Pronunciations

US: /ˈpɑdi/

UK: /ˈpɒti/

Origin and Usage

The word potty originated from the word "pot," which was used to refer to a chamber pot. The word "potty" was first used in the 19th century to describe a small chamber pot for children. In the 20th century, it was also used to describe eccentric or crazy behavior.

Synonyms

As a noun, potty can be synonymous with "toilet," "commode," or "chamber pot." As an adjective, it can be synonymous with "crazy," "eccentric," or "quirky."

Related Words

party, petty, pilot, piety, petal

Example Sentences

As a noun:

• She bought a potty for her toddler.
• He fell off the potty and hurt himself.

As an adjective:

• Shes gone a bit potty since she retired.
• Hes acting potty because hes nervous.