DADDY definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

Definition of Daddy

Main Meanings

  1. An informal way to refer to one’s father.
  2. See also the daddy, a phrase used to describe someone considered the most powerful or respected in a particular group.
  3. In slang, refers to the dominant male, leader, or top individual within a group.

"Daddy" is often used affectionately within families or informally among friends, but in slang contexts, it can imply authority or dominance.

Usage Note

The term varies in tone depending on context — from affectionate family talk to assertive social slang.


Author Summary:
The word “daddy” informally means father but can also describe a leading or dominant figure within a group.

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