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Peggy

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

Definition

Peggy is a girl's name that means 'pearl'.

Synonyms & similar words

Margaret Maggie Peg Pearl Margie Meg Greta Maisie Daisy Peggie Marge Margo Megan Margey Gretchen Margarita Margeaux Margaux Marguerite

Synonyms by register

Formal

fixed secured attached fastened

Informal

stuck hooked pinned held

Literary

anchored tethered affixed

Antonyms

free unrestricted unfettered unbound loose independent

Common collocations

  • peggy the
  • peggy a
  • peggy is
  • peggy can
  • peggy has
  • peggy went
  • peggy saw

Word family

noun peg
verb peg
adjective pegged

Usage note

The word 'peggy' is primarily used as a proper noun, a given name. When used as a common noun, it refers to a type of pin or hook, often for hanging clothes. Its usage as a verb is less common and usually implies fixing or securing something firmly.

Example sentences

  1. Peggy is going to the park today.
  2. I love playing with Peggy's dog.
  3. Peggy is a great artist.
  4. My grandma's name is Peggy too.
  5. Peggy and I like to ride bikes together.

Quotes

  • 'I love you more than my own skin.' - Frida Kahlo
  • 'I'm a woman, but I'm not a different kind of woman. I'm a human being, and I demand to be treated like one.' - Peggy Carter
  • 'The only way to do great work is to love what you do.' - Steve Jobs

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