Filly — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Filly
Filly (noun)
- a young female horse usually of less than four years
- a young woman, girl
Filly (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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a female person who has not yet reached adulthood
"she's still a filly, so she has plenty of time to decide what she wants to do in life"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Filly
The most common words with a similar meaning to Filly:
Word Forms of Filly
Inflections: fillies
Origin & Etymology of Filly
Middle English fyly, from Old Norse fylja; akin to Old English fola foal
First known use: 15th century
Frequently Asked Questions about Filly
What does "Filly" mean?
"Filly" means a young female horse usually of less than four years. As a noun, it is defined as: a young female horse usually of less than four years.
What is another word for "Filly"?
Other words for "Filly" include girl, lass, lassie, miss, missy, nymph and sheila. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Filly" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Filly"?
There are 18 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Filly". Common alternatives include girl, lass, lassie, miss, missy, nymph and sheila.
How do you use "Filly" in a sentence?
Examples of "Filly" in a sentence: "she's still a filly, so she has plenty of time to decide what she wants to do in life".
Is "Filly" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Filly" is a noun.
How do you pronounce "Filly"?
"Filly" is pronounced /ˈfi-lē/ and divided into syllables as fil·ly.
What is the origin of the word "Filly"?
"Filly" comes from Middle English fyly, from Old Norse fylja; akin to Old English fola foal. First known use: 15th century.
What is another word for "Filly" meaning "a female person who has not yet reached adulthood"?
When "Filly" (noun) means a female person who has not yet reached adulthood, synonyms include girl, lass, lassie, miss, missy and nymph.