Definition
Definition of Bailey - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
family lineageEnglish surname from Anglo-Norman for a steward
- Bailey was a common surname in medieval England.
2.
baby boysmale given name derived from the surname
- Bailey is a popular name for boys.
3.
communityRare US unincorporated community in Park County, ColoradoRare US
- Bailey, Colorado, is known for its scenic views.
4.
literatureRare English lexicographer who influenced Samuel JohnsonRare
- Bailey's work was crucial for English dictionaries.
5.
agricultureTECH. US apple cultivar from New YorkTECH. US
- The Bailey apple is sweet and crisp.
6.
geographyTECH. UK sea area north of RockallTECH. UK
- The ship sailed through Bailey during the storm.
Expressions with Bailey
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the Central Criminal Court in London
The trial was held at the Old Bailey.
bridge designed for rapid construction
They used a Bailey bridge to restore access after the flood.
Origin of Bailey
Middle English, baili (bailiff)
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beverage
layered drink with Kahlua, Bailey's, and Crown Royal
Examples of Bailey in a sentence
The Bailey family has a long lineage in England. Bailey was the top scorer in the match. Everyone admired Bailey for his kindness. Bailey hosts an annual arts festival. Many tourists visit Bailey for hiking. Bailey's dictionary was a reference for many scholars.
The influence of Bailey on lexicography is undeniable. Bailey apples are perfect for making pies. The farmer grows several varieties, including the Bailey. Fishing is prohibited in Bailey due to rough seas. Bailey is known for its unpredictable weather.
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- French:Bailey, ...
- German:Bailey, Bailey-Apfel, ...
- Italian:Bailey, ...
- Spanish:Bailey, Bailey, Colorado, ...
- Portuguese:Bailey, maçã Bailey, ...
- Chinese:贝利, ...
- Japanese:ベイリー, ...
- Arabic:بيلي, بِيْلِي, ...
- Hebrew:בֵּיילִי, ...
- Russian:Бейли, Бейли, Колорадо, ...
- Ukrainian:Бейлі, ...
- Hindi:बेली, ...
Definition of bailey - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
castle courtyardTECH. UK space within the outer wall of a castleTECH. UK
- The soldiers gathered in the bailey.
2.
logical fallacyTECH. UK broad controversial claim used to distract from a defensible positionTECH. UK
- The debater used a bailey to mislead the audience.
Images of bailey
space within the outer wall of a castle
Origin of bailey
Old French, baille (enclosure)
Examples of bailey in a sentence
The festival was held in the castle's bailey. The philosopher's argument was dismissed as a bailey. Critics pointed out the bailey in his reasoning.
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- French:basse-cour, cour, ...
- German:Burghof, fragwürdiges Argument, ...
- Italian:cortile, argomento controverso, ...
- Spanish:bailey, argumento bailey, ...
- Portuguese:pátio do castelo, pátio, ...
- Chinese:内庭, 堡垒, ...
- Japanese:ベイリー, 論争の論点, ...
- Arabic:سَاحَة القَلْعَة, مُدَّعَى جَدَلِي, ...
- Hebrew:חָצֵר פְּנִימִית, בֵּיילִי, ...
- Russian:внутренний двор, спорный аргумент, ...
- Ukrainian:замковий двір, бейлі, ...
- Hindi:बेली, ...
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