Dandy

/ˈdæn.di/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A man who is excessively concerned about his clothes and appearance; a dapper man.

He always dresses impeccably; he's quite the dandy at the social gatherings.

An excellent or first-rate thing or person.

This new restaurant is simply dandy; I can't wait to take you there.

adjective

Excellent; splendid.

The weather today is dandy for a picnic.

Fashionable or stylish.

Her dandy outfit caught everyone's attention at the party.

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

dandy lion

A playful term sometimes misreferring to a dandelion.

in a dandy way

In a splendid or excellent manner.

foppish

Excessively concerned with fashion.

neat

Arranged in a tidy manner; clean.

groomed

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

Something that is very good or pleasing.

That concert was dandy!

Referring to someone who is stylish and sophisticated.

Look at him, such a dandy.