Synonyms for

Billy

Verb / ˈbɪli: / Another word for billy — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A billy is a male goat.

Synonyms & similar words

nightstick billyclub truncheon billystick baton hegoat billygoat buck he-goat ram tup stag Billy Billy-buck Billy-ram Billy-tup Billy-stag he-goat he-billy he-goat he-goatling he-kid he-kidling kid

Synonyms by register

Formal

brave valiant courageous heroic

Informal

brave tough game bold

Literary

stalwart undaunted intrepid

Antonyms

coward timid fearful unbrave chicken

Common collocations

  • billy goat
  • billy club
  • billy boy
  • billy can
  • billy no-mates
  • billy bunk

Word family

noun bill
adjective billious

Usage note

The word 'billy' is most commonly used in the informal sense of being brave or courageous, often in a slightly boastful or defiant way. It is also used in specific phrases like 'billy goat' and 'billy club'.

Example sentences

  1. The billy goat was grazing in the field.
  2. The billy goat had big horns.
  3. The farmer milked the billy goat.
  4. The billy goat was the leader of the herd.
  5. The billy goat liked to jump on rocks.

Quotes

  • "The billy goat is not the enemy." - Peter Steele
  • "My billy goat is the smartest animal I ever met." - Sarah Silverman
  • "I don't know what a billy goat is." - Nicki Minaj

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