Octopussy

noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    An octopus. childish, endearing

    "Lovable old Sam, with as many arms as an octopussy."

Example

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"Lovable old Sam, with as many arms as an octopussy."

Etymology

Diminutive of octopus, either from octopus + -y or by analogy with pussy.

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