NYT Dictionary

TEDDY

/ˈtɛdi/

NounTED-dyted-dy · 2 syllablesGrade 10

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026

Meaning

Abbreviation of teddy bear.

Etymology

Origin: Unknown

See teddy bear.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

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NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 7 recorded puzzles:

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