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tidy

/ˈtaɪdi/ · noun

Meaning

  1. A tabletop container for pens and stationery.
  2. A cover, often of tatting, drawn work, or other ornamental work, for the back of a chair, the arms of a sofa, etc.
  3. A child's pinafore.
  4. The wren.
  5. To make tidy; to neaten.
  6. Arranged neatly and in order.
  7. Not messy; neat and controlled.
  8. Satisfactory; comfortable.
  9. Generous, considerable.
  10. In good time; at the right time; timely; seasonable; opportune; favourable; fit; suitable.
  11. Brave; smart; skillful; fine; good.
  12. Expression of positive agreement, usually in reply to a question.

Etymology / origin

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Sources

  1. DictionaryAPI.dev English dictionary data
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