doughy
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Meaning · English
A baker.
Register: archaic, slang
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
The manufactory of sugar is generally in German hands. An attempt has, I believe, been made by Parisian “doughies” to establish a footing in London; […]
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “doughy” mean?
A baker.
Is “doughy” formal or informal?
doughy is generally archaic, slang.