WordGarden.iofroggy
C2Pronunciation
UK
- /frˈɒɡi/
US
- /frˈɑːɡi/
Meanings
Adjective
like a frog or associated with frogs
hoarse or croaky in voice
(slang)boldly confrontational or ready to fight
Noun
a frog, especially in childlike or affectionate speech
Beyond the definition
"Froggy" usually describes something that is like a frog or connected to frogs. It can refer to a look, color, movement, or style that makes you think of a frog, such as a bright green toy, a jumpy little animal, or a playful design on children's clothes. It can also mean a place has a lot of frogs in it.
It is also used for a voice that sounds rough, thick, or a little croaky, especially when someone has a sore throat or has just woken up. In informal American English, people sometimes say they are "feeling froggy," which means they feel bold, eager to act, or ready to start something.
The word "froggy" has a few clear uses, and they all grow out of the image of a frog. Most often, it means something is like a frog or reminds you of one. That might be its color, shape, skin, movement, or overall feel. A cartoon with big eyes and a springy jump might seem very froggy. A pond or field that has many frogs in it can also be described this way.
The word is also often used for a voice. If someone sounds rough, husky, or slightly croaky, especially because of a cold, tired throat, or early-morning speech, their voice may be described as froggy. This sense connects naturally to the croaking sound people associate with frogs.
There is also an informal American expression: "feeling froggy." In that phrase, the word suggests being bold and ready to do something. Depending on the situation, it can mean eager to take action, quick to challenge someone, or ready to pick a fight. So the word can describe frog-like qualities, a frog-filled place, a croaky voice, or a daring mood, but it does not normally mean damp or chilly weather.
Examples
- 1
Children's clothing
She bought her son a pair of froggy rain boots for preschool.
- 2
Mascot style
The app uses a bright, froggy little mascot to welcome new users.
- 3
Hoarse voice
I still sound froggy this morning, so I'm going to rest my voice.
- 4
Aggressive mood
He was getting a little froggy after the argument and had to be pulled away.
- Phrasegetting froggy
becoming aggressive or ready to start trouble
See also
Forms and spellings
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Main spelling
- froggy