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GOLLY

(interj., noun, verb)
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There are 10 meanings of the word Golly.

How to pronounce golly:

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Golly - as an interjection

God!

Golly - as a noun

A rag doll or mascot in the form of a caricature of a black minstrel.

(racist) a black person.

A hairy caterpillar.

A receiver of stolen goods.

Greyhound racing: the jolly dogs.

A galosh.

(juvenile) chewing gum.

(juvenile) saliva or phlegm.

Example: "Hack up a golly"

Golly - as a verb

(juvenile) to spit; to force up phlegm from one's throat.

Example Sentences

"She let out a surprised 'golly' when she won the lottery."
"I can't believe they canceled the concert, golly!"
"He exclaimed 'golly' when he saw the size of the fish he caught."
"She muttered 'golly' under her breath when she saw the price of the designer shoes."
"The little girl shouted 'golly' when she saw her birthday surprise."
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Word Game Points

Is GOLLY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, golly is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

GOLLY has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is GOLLY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, golly is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
GOLLY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.

Is GOLLY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, golly is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
GOLLY has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.

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