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Definition of Johnny
1. Noun. 'Johnny' was applied as a nickname for Confederate soldiers by the Federal soldiers in the American Civil War; 'greyback' derived from their grey Confederate uniforms.
Language type: Colloquialism
Generic synonyms: Confederate Soldier
Definition of Johnny
1. n. A familiar diminutive of John.
Definition of Johnny
1. Proper noun. (diminutive=John male given name). ¹
2. Noun. (slang) A jack (the playing card) ¹
3. Noun. A nickname for Confederate soldiers, used by the Federal soldiers in the American Civil War (1861-1865). ¹
4. Noun. (slang) A condom. ¹
5. Noun. (New Zealand pejorative) An inexperienced new worker, usually an immigrant. ¹
6. Noun. A gown with a back opening closed with snaps or ties, worn by hospital patients. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Johnny
1. a sleeveless hospital gown [n -NIES]
Medical Definition of Johnny
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1. A familiar diminutive of John.
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