Meaning
A fellow, companion, comrade, mate; partner, brother.
Etymology
Origin: German
Of obscure origin. Perhaps a variant of bully (“companion, mate, comrade”). Compare Scots billie (“a comrade; companion”). Compare also Middle Low German billig (“equitable, reasonable, lawful, fitting, according to natural law, just”).
Synonyms & Antonyms
NYT Puzzle Appearances
Accepted in 9 recorded puzzles: