Johnny

 [jon-ee]  

John·ny

   [jon-ee]
noun, plural John·nies for 1–3.
1.
(sometimes lowercase) a familiar term of address for a man or boy.
2.
(sometimes lowercase) Slang. a short, collarless gown that is fastened in back and is worn by hospital patients, persons being examined in a doctor's office, etc.
3.
(lowercase) Slang. toilet; bathroom.
4.
a male given name, form of John.
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Also, John·nie.

Origin:
1665–75; John + -y2
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World English Dictionary
johnny (ˈdʒɒnɪ)
 
—n , pl -nies
1.  informal (often capital) a man or boy; chap
2.  a slang word for condom

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Medical Dictionary

johnny john·ny (jŏn'ē)
n.
A loose short-sleeved gown opening in the back, worn by patients undergoing medical treatment or examination.

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