Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

welly

noun

/ˈwɛli/

Definition

A type of rubber boot, typically worn in wet or muddy conditions.

Examples

She wore her wellies while walking in the rain.
After the storm, the kids splashed in the puddles wearing their colorful wellies.
The farmer put on his wellies to check the field after the heavy downpour.

Meaning

Welly is a colloquial term for a waterproof rubber boot that is often used for gardening, walking in wet weather, or participating in outdoor activities where the ground may be muddy.