NYT Dictionary

KELPY

/ˈkɛlpiː/
NounKEL-pykel-py · 2 syllablesAdvanced/Professional

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2024, 2025

Meaning

Alternative form of kelpie (shapeshifting spirit).

Etymology

Origin: Latin

Cf. Gael. cailpeach, calpach, colpach, a heifer, steer, colt, colpa a cow or horse

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

NYT Puzzle Appearances

No published puzzle dates on file for this word yet. It is part of the official NYT Spelling Bee word list for 2024, 2025.

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