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I will be the 43-year-old guy in the jumpsuit. In my estimation and my image of myself is that I am 23 and can get away with it. If I didn't have the show, I would be in one right now. It would be denim, but I love a terry.
Andy Cohen

Meaning of "terry" in the English dictionary

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ETYMOLOGY OF THE WORD TERRY

Perhaps variant of terret.
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Etymology is the study of the origin of words and their changes in structure and significance.
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PRONUNCIATION OF TERRY

terry  [ˈtɛrɪ] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF TERRY

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Terry is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES TERRY MEAN IN ENGLISH?

Definition of terry in the English dictionary

The definition of terry in the dictionary is an uncut loop in the pile of towelling or a similar fabric. Other definition of terry is a fabric with such a pile on both sides.


WORDS THAT RHYME WITH TERRY


berry
ˈbɛrɪ
bury
ˈbɛrɪ
cherry
ˈtʃɛrɪ
derry
ˈdɛrɪ
ferry
ˈfɛrɪ
herry
ˈhɛrɪ
hery
ˈhɛrɪ
huckleberry
ˈhʌkəlˌbɛrɪ
jerry
ˈdʒɛrɪ
Kerry
ˈkɛrɪ
Londonderry
ˈlʌndənˌdɛrɪ
meri
ˈmɛrɪ
merry
ˈmɛrɪ
Owerri
əˈwɛrɪ
perry
ˈpɛrɪ
Pondicherry
ˌpɒndɪˈtʃɛrɪ
Puducherry
ˌpuːduːˈtʃɛrɪ
serry
ˈsɛrɪ
sherry
ˈʃɛrɪ
very
ˈvɛrɪ

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE TERRY

territory
Territory of Papua
Territory of the Afars and the Issas
terroir
terror
terror-stricken
terror-struck
terrorful
terrorisation
terrorise
terroriser
terrorism
terrorist
terrorist bombing
terroristic
terrorization
terrorize
terrorizer
terrorless
tersanctus

WORDS THAT END LIKE TERRY

bearberry
black cherry
blackberry
blueberry
Burberry
chinaberry
crackberry
cranberry
cream sherry
dewberry
gooseberry
holly berry
lingonberry
maraschino cherry
mulberry
raspberry
serviceberry
strawberry
Tom and Jerry
Tom, Dick and Jerry

Synonyms and antonyms of terry in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «terry» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF TERRY

Find out the translation of terry to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of terry from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «terry» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

特里
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

terry
570 millions of speakers

English

terry
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

टेरी
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

تيري
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

махровые
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

terry
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

টেরি
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

terry
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Terry
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

terry
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

テリー
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

테리
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Terry
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

terry
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

டெரி
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

टेरी
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

havlu kumaş
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

terry
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

Terry
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

махрові
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

Terry
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

terry
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

Terry
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

frotté
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

terry
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of terry

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «TERRY»

The term «terry» is very widely used and occupies the 5.264 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «TERRY» OVER TIME

The graph expresses the annual evolution of the frequency of use of the word «terry» during the past 500 years. Its implementation is based on analysing how often the term «terry» appears in digitalised printed sources in English between the year 1500 and the present day.

Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about terry

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2 QUOTES WITH «TERRY»

Famous quotes and sentences with the word terry.
1
Andy Cohen
I will be the 43-year-old guy in the jumpsuit. In my estimation and my image of myself is that I am 23 and can get away with it. If I didn't have the show, I would be in one right now. It would be denim, but I love a terry.
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Andy Partridge
Terry said he had this new kid and his wife didn't want to live in England. He wanted to tour. He hated being in the studio. terry liked seeing various bars the world over and getting smashed out of his brain. He was a sort of latent Keith Moon.

10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «TERRY»

Discover the use of terry in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to terry and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
1
Best of Terry Kimbrough Baby Afghans
These sweet wraps are just right for a special infant. Terry Kimbrough's designs never skimp on charm, and this darling collection of 24 crocheted afghans is no exception.
‎2001
2
Terry Funk: More Than Just Hardcore
The professional wrestler shares his life story, career highlights, and experiences growing up in a wrestling family.
Terry Funk, 2006
3
Condemned to Repeat?: The Paradox of Humanitarian Action
This book contains documents from the former Rwandan army and government that were found in the refugee camps after they were attacked in late 1996. This material illustrates how combatants manipulate humanitarian action to their benefit.
Fiona Terry, 2002
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Terry Riley's In C
Unquestionably the founding work of minimalism in musical composition, Terry Riley's In C (1964) challenges the standards of imagination, intellect, and musical ingenuity to which "classical" music is held.
Department of Music The Hartt School Robert Carl Professor of Composition and Theory and Chair of Composition, University of Hartford, 2009
5
What Is Contemporary Art?
Inviting readers into these diverse yet overlapping art worlds, Smith offers a behind-the-scenes introduction to the institutions, the personalities, the biennials, and of course the works that together are defining the contemporary.
Terry Smith, 2009
6
An Introduction to Historical Linguistics
The new edition of this popular introductory text on historical linguistics covers all areas of language change, with a focus on Australia and the Pacific.
Terry Crowley, Claire Bowern, 2010
7
Aikido in Everyday Life: Giving in to Get Your Way
Conflict is an unavoidable aspect of living.
Terry Dobson, 1993
8
Ideology: An Introduction
As well as clarifying a notoriously confused topic, this new work by one of our most important contemporary critics is a controversial political intervention into current theoretical debates.
Terry Eagleton, 1991
9
It's Only a Game
This is the absolutely guaranteed 100% mostly true story of Terry Bradshaw: the man who gained sports immortality as the first quarterback to win four Super Bowls -- and the man who later became America's most popular sports broadcaster.
Terry Bradshaw, 2001
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Terry Eagleton
This book undertakes a lucid and detailed analysis of Eagletons oeuvre.
James Smith, 2008

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «TERRY»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term terry is used in the context of the following news items.
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John Terry says Petr Cech would be worth 12 to 15 points to Arsenal
John Terry also praised Petr Cech's 'unbelievable' professionalism after the keeper was relegated to the Chelsea bench. Photograph: Andrew Matthews/PA. «The Guardian, Jun 15»
2
Terry Speaks fires himself as lawyer in murder trial; testimony gives …
Photo provided by the Kenner Police Department -- Terry Speaks Advocate file photo by HEATHER MCCLELLAND Friends and family members of Jaren ... «The New Orleans Advocate, Jun 15»
3
Remembering Gary Terry: 'He was one of the best'
What I remember about Gary Terry wasn't his driving chops – though he definitely had some – it was the way he treated his customers at the Richard Petty ... «Motorsport.com, Apr 15»
4
John Terry signs new one-year Chelsea contract extension
Chelsea have announced that club captain John Terry has signed a one-year contract extension to keep him at the club until the end of the 2015-16 season. «ESPN FC, Mar 15»
5
Sir Terry Pratchett, renowned fantasy author, dies aged 66
Sir Terry Pratchett, fantasy author and creator of the Discworld series, has died aged 66, eight years after being diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. "The world ... «BBC News, Mar 15»
6
Chelsea captain John Terry is the best in the country and after …
John Terry's inspired display against Tottenham in the Capital One Cup final on Sunday helped Chelsea land their first trophy since Jose Mourinho returned to ... «Daily Mail, Mar 15»
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John Terry hopes for a few more years at Chelsea before retirement
John Terry is determined to enjoy a successful conclusion to his Chelsea career by continuing to confound his critics. The 34-year-old, who is adored by many in ... «FOXSports.com, Mar 15»
8
Water Leaks Into Astronaut Terry Virts' Helmet During Spacewalk
Terry Virts performs a spacewalk outside the International Space Station on Wednesday. Three spacewalks had been planned, with the next one Sunday, but its ... «Huffington Post, Feb 15»
9
Trumpeter Clark Terry, Who Played in 'Tonight Show' Band, Dies at 94
Trumpeter Clark Terry, who excelled as a leader and sideman in big bands and small combos during his seven-decade career in jazz, has died at 94. Terry ... «Variety, Feb 15»
10
A statement from owner Terry Pegula on Doug Marrone
Terry Pegula has issued a statement in response to Doug Marrone exercising an opt-out clause in his contract. STATEMENT FROM BUFFALO BILLS OWNER ... «BuffaloBills.com, Dec 14»

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