NYT Dictionary

PINNY

/ˈpɪni/
NounPIN-nypin-ny · 2 syllablesAdvanced/Professional

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2019, 2021, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026

Meaning

A sleeveless dress, often similar to an apron, generally worn over other clothes.

Etymology

Origin: Unknown

Clipping of pinafore + -y.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

pinaforebibjumper

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 5 recorded puzzles:

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