NETTY

Etymology 1

Adjective

netty (comparative nettier, superlative nettiest)

(obsolete, rare) Neat, well-groomed, natty.

Etymology 2

Adjective

netty (comparative nettier, superlative nettiest)

Netted: made of or employing a net.

Netlike.

Etymology 3

Noun

netty (plural netties)

(Geordie) An outhouse: an outbuilding used as a lavatory.

(Geordie) Any other place or fixture used for urination and defecation: a lavatory; a toilet.

Usage notes

Originally reckoned euphemistic.

Synonyms

• (outhouse): See bathroom

• (toilet): See toilet

Etymology

Proper noun

Netty

A female given name.

Source: Wiktionary


Net"ty, a.

Definition: Like a net, or network; netted. [R.]

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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