Davy

/ˈdeɪvi/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A slang term referring to a type of oil lamp used by sailors, particularly in the context of working outdoors or in poorly lit conditions.

The crew lit a davy to guide their way through the dark cavern.

A short form of 'Davy Jones', referring to the ocean or the spirit of the sea, often used in nautical folklore.

They believed that once lost at sea, they would be taken by Davy Jones.

verb

To act in a cautious manner or to behave with a sense of playfulness or frivolity.

The children would davy around the yard, chasing each other with laughter.

Derived from the Hebrew name David, meaning 'beloved'.

Davy Jones' locker

A nautical term referring to the bottom of the sea; a metaphor for death.

Davy's not here

An expression used to imply that someone is missing or unavailable.

Davy's boat

Refers to a fishing vessel, often used in maritime contexts.

David

A common male name, derived from Hebrew.

Davey

Another diminutive form of David.

Referring to a simple or naive person.

He’s a bit of a davy when it comes to understanding relationships.