betty

[ bet-ee ]

noun,plural bet·ties.

Origin of betty

1
An Americanism dating back to 1915–20; by shortening

Other definitions for Betty (2 of 2)

Betty
[ bet-ee ]

noun
  1. a female given name, form of Elizabeth.

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How to use betty in a sentence

  • And, kissing her little gloved hand, this strangest of Lady Betties vanished, followed by the obedient Nap.

    Uncle Max | Rosa Nouchette Carey
  • Mrs. Tucker never was very smart about Betties clothes, you know, and of course they havent any money.

    Girls of Highland Hall | Carolyn Watson Rankin
  • Betties all right, but Augusta and I are all alone in number twenty-six.

    Girls of Highland Hall | Carolyn Watson Rankin