johnny

noun

john·​ny ˈjä-nē How to pronounce johnny (audio)
plural johnnies
1
often capitalized : fellow, guy
2
: a short-sleeved collarless gown that is open in the back and is worn by persons (such as hospital patients) undergoing medical examination or treatment

Examples of johnny in a Sentence

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Word History

Etymology

from the name Johnny

First Known Use

1648, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of johnny was in 1648

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Cite this Entry

“Johnny.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/johnny. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

Medical Definition

johnny

noun
john·​ny
variants also johnnie
plural johnnies
: a short-sleeved collarless gown with an opening in the back for wear by persons (as hospital patients) undergoing medical examination or treatment
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