Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
billies
noun
/ˈbɪliz/
Definition
A term used chiefly in American English to refer to a playful or mischievous boy.
Examples
- The young billies ran through the park, laughing and playing games.
- She called the billies over to help her pick up the fallen leaves.
- Growing up, he was one of those billies who always found himself in trouble!
Meaning
Billies can denote a boy, especially one who is lively and full of energy, or it may refer more broadly to something that is cute or cheeky, similar to the term ‘rascal.’
Synonyms
- rascal
- imp
- scamp
- boy
