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Meaning of guy
A man or boy, used to refer to a person of either sex, especially in an informal or friendly way.
Etymology of guy
The word "guy" originated in the 15th century as a term for a rope or cable, especially one used to guide or steady something
In the 19th century, the word took on a new meaning, referring to a man or boy, especially in an informal or friendly way
This usage is believed to have originated from the name of Guy Fawkes, a conspirator in the Gunpowder Plot, whose effigy was traditionally burned on bonfires in the UK
Synonyms
man
fellow
person
individual
chap
bloke
lad
gentleman
boy
youngster
youth
adolescent
adult
male
dude
bro
buddy
mate
pal
friend
companion
associate
partner
colleague
peer
equal
counterpart
equivalent
counterpart
analogue
counterpart
double
match
equivalent
peer
compeer
coequal
equal
counterpart
Definitions
- A man or boy, used to refer to a person of either sex, especially in an informal or friendly way
- A rope or cable, especially one used to guide or steady something
- A person who is an enthusiast or expert, especially in a particular activity or field
Usage Examples
- The guy next door is a really nice person
- He's a great guy to have around in an emergency
- The guys at the office are all going out for lunch together
- The guide helped the hikers by setting up a guy rope to steady the bridge
Antonyms
woman
girl
lady
female
opponent
adversary
enemy
foe
rival
competitor
antagonist
nemesis
girl
woman
lady
dame
lass
heroine
femme
femme fatale
goddess
enchantress