preppy

noun

prep·py | \ˈpre-pē

variants: or preppie

plural preppies

Definition of preppy

(Entry 1 of 2)

1 : a student at or a graduate of a preparatory school

2 : a person deemed to dress or behave like a preppy

preppy

adjective

variants: or preppie

Definition of preppy (Entry 2 of 2)

1 : relating to, characteristic of, or being a preppy

2 : relating to or being a style of dress characterized especially by classic clothing and neat appearance

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Denim has followed a well-trod path in Japan, in which manufacturers initially copy foreign products—from Neapolitan pizza to preppy Ivy League-style clothing—and then transform them into something more uniquely Japanese. — Suryatapa Bhattacharya, WSJ, "The Hottest Jeans Cost $2,000 and Are Made in Japan," 5 June 2018 Cardigans have always been a bit too preppy for my taste. — Kerry Pieri, Harper's BAZAAR, "How 5 Editors Style the Cardigan Sweater," 11 June 2018 Muuñ’s preppy chic Ninon straw tote is very practical thanks to its detachable striped pouch that can be tied into a knot to keep your belongings safe. — Sari Anne Tuschman, latimes.com, "Summer’s hottest bag trend shouldn’t be saved for just beach days," 12 July 2018 Rock a preppy statement mini with your comfiest sweatshirt for next-level cool vibes. — Seventeen Editors, Seventeen, "33 Back To School Outfits That Will Actually Make You Want to Go Back to School," 5 June 2018 But in the city, in the mid-90s, in my mid-20s? Androgynous preppy didn’t cut it anymore. — Jillian Mackenzie, Town & Country, "My Kate Spade Bag Was My First Fashion Love," 5 June 2018 Prosecutors were referring to last week's court filing by Rizzo's lawyers, who said the millionaire executive was spit on and mocked as a kid, and shunned in high school by preppy Grosse Pointers. — Tresa Baldas, Detroit Free Press, "Yearbook contradicts Chuck Rizzo bullying claims: He won best looking," 17 Apr. 2018 But instead of preppy Lilly Pulitzer threads, J.Crew cardigans, and coveted Diane von Furstenberg wrap dresses, there’s a distinctly different vibe in his newest venture, Thrive Exchange. — Janelle Nanos, BostonGlobe.com, "The founder of 2nd Time Around tries a 3rd act on Newbury Street," 14 May 2018 Introducing 1901: formerly a men’s only brand, the new womenswear collection consists of preppy prints, colorful hues and classic silhouettes and includes an inclusive size range. — Kami Phillips, PEOPLE.com, "8 Gorgeous Dresses from Nordstrom's New 1901 Line That Are Perfect for Spring," 21 Mar. 2018

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preppy

noun

English Language Learners Definition of preppy

: someone who dresses or acts like a student at a prep school (such as by wearing neat, somewhat formal clothing or by using particular words and phrases)

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