Synonyms for
jimmy
A diminutive of the male given names James or Jim, also used as a formal given name.
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Found 1 Synonym for Jimmy

Words that mean the same or similar to jimmy:

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All Definitions for Jimmy

Below are all the dictionary definitions of jimmy:

1A diminutive of the male given names James or Jim, also used as a formal given name.
2A colloquial (potentially unfriendly or disparaging) way of addressing any male whose name is unknown to the speaker.
3A General Motors diesel truck or diesel locomotive, or the diesel engine thereof
4(by extension) any GMC truck, even a gasoline-powered pickup or SUV.
5A prime mover powered by a two-stroke Detroit Diesel engine.
6Shortened form of Jimmy Riddle, a piddle, a piss.
7A device used to circumvent a locking mechanism.
8A jemmy
9A crowbar used by burglars to open windows and doors.
10A penis.
11A condom.
12First Lieutenant (Executive Officer)
13A marijuana cigarette.
14Men's underwear.
15To pry (something, especially a lock) open with or as if with a crowbar.
16Sprinkles used as a topping for ice cream, cookies, or cupcakes.
17Synonym of coal car.
18A male crab, especially a mature male
19A cock. (Sometimes capitalized.)
20Alternative form of jimmy (“a mature male crab”). [(plural only, dialectal, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Maine, Mid-Atlantic US) Sprinkles used as a topping for ice cream, cookies, or cupcakes.]

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What are synonyms for jimmy?

Words like jemmy are common synonyms for jimmy. These words share similar meanings and can often be used interchangeably depending on context.

How many synonyms does jimmy have?

We have identified 1 synonyms for jimmy in our database. The English language often has multiple words with overlapping meanings.

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About synonyms for jimmy

Finding the right synonym for jimmy helps writers avoid repetition and add precision to their work. Defined as "A diminutive of the male given names James or Jim, also used as a formal given name.", jimmy has 1 alternatives that can fit different contexts and tones.

Each synonym carries a slightly different shade of meaning. Jemmy is the most direct replacement in most situations.

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