Meaning of the word nappy in English

What does nappy mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

nappy

US /ˈnæp.i/

UK /ˈnæp.i/

a piece of absorbent material wrapped around a baby's bottom and between its legs to absorb and contain its urine and feces

Example:

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It's time to change the baby's nappy.

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She bought a pack of disposable nappies.

Synonym:

diaper

(of hair) tightly curled and frizzy

Example:

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She has beautiful, naturally nappy hair.

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The dog's fur was thick and nappy.

Synonym:

frizzy kinky woolly