wellie

noun, often capitalized

wel·lie | \ ˈwe-lē

How to pronounce wellie (audio)

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variants: or welly

plural wellies

Definition of wellie

chiefly British

: wellington —usually used in plural

Examples of wellie in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Here are three styles of wellies that will keep your feet dry and fully supported when the creek rises. — The Editors, Field & Stream, "Three Features You Need in Your Next Pair of Waterproof Boots," 12 May 2020 Some models — not all were professionals; some were musicians, students, bike messengers, artists, of all ages — got wellies, some got waders, most got neither, and got wet. — Vanessa Friedman, New York Times, "It’s the End of the World as We Know It," 2 Mar. 2020 George wore a pair of navy blue wellies (and a grin, ear to ear). — Vogue, "Will This Be Prince George and Princess Charlotte’s New After-School Activity?," 28 Mar. 2019 The family are all wearing sweaters and jeans—Prince George even donned a pair of wellies. — Vogue, "The Cambridge Kids Are Adorable In Their Newly-Released Christmas Card," 25 Dec. 2019 There are sturdy orchids that grow from swamps and would seem to enjoy long meandering walks through the countryside in tweed and green wellies. — Katy Kelleher, Longreads, "The Ugly History of Beautiful Things: Orchids," 9 Oct. 2019 The eldest Cambridge sibling—dressed in a sweater, blue pants, and little wellies—goofily poses on a tree branch while holding onto his dad's shoulders. — Erica Gonzales, Harper's BAZAAR, "Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis Steal the Show in the Royal Family Christmas Card," 14 Dec. 2018 Footwear included transparent rubber wellies that showcased a new line of Dior socks. — Roxanne Robinson, The Hollywood Reporter, "Inside the Red Carpet-Ready Dior Spring Men's Show," 22 June 2019 Instead, the queen donned a pair of wellies, a hooded olive raincoat, and one of her signature silk headscarves and headed out to watch the events and chat with fellow equine fans. — Lauren Hubbard, Town & Country, "No One Looks Happier Sitting in the Rain Than Queen Elizabeth at a Horse Show," 9 May 2019

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“Wellie.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wellie. Accessed 28 Oct. 2020.

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