Meaning & Definition of Dandy in English

Detailed Definitions

• Definition: A man who is fashionably dressed and concerned with his appearance.

  Example Sentence: He was such a dandy, always wearing the latest fashions.

• Definition: Something that is excellent or first-rate.

  Example Sentence: The event was a dandy of a time.

• Definition: A playful term for something that is neat or fine.

  Example Sentence: That’s a dandy idea for the project!

Etymology

Origin: Origin uncertain, possibly from 'dandy' as a child or young fellow, possibly from a Scottish term.

Synonyms

Common Phrases and Expressions

• dandy lion: A playful term sometimes misreferring to a dandelion.
• in a dandy way: In a splendid or excellent manner.

Translations

• Spanish: dandy

• French: dandy

• German: Dandy

• Russian: данди

Related Words

• foppish: Excessively concerned with fashion.

• neat: Arranged in a tidy manner; clean.

• groomed: Having one's appearance smartly tidy and well cared for.

Slang Meanings of dandy

• Meaning: Something that is very good or pleasing.

  Example Sentence: That concert was dandy!

• Meaning: Referring to someone who is stylish and sophisticated.

  Example Sentence: Look at him, such a dandy.