paddy
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
A fit of temper; a tantrum.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
throw a paddy etc.
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).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
A white person.
Register: slang
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 3
Meaning · English
A labourer's assistant or workmate.
Register: colloquial
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “paddy” mean?
A fit of temper; a tantrum.
Is “paddy” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.