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charlie Definition and Meaning in English (charlie definition)

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Charlie definition: Charlie is a common informal name, often used as a diminutive for Charles or Charlotte.

Definitions of Charlie

  1. 1noun

    Charlie is a common informal name, often used as a diminutive for Charles or Charlotte.

  2. 2noun

    In the NATO phonetic alphabet, Charlie is the word used to represent the letter 'C'.

  3. 3noun(informal)

    Informally, especially in British English, Charlie can refer to a foolish or silly person.

Example Sentences

casual

“Everyone calls him Charlie, even though his full name is Charles.”

business

“The pilot confirmed the message: 'Roger that, Charlie-Alpha-T'.”

informal

“Don't be such a Charlie, you can do it!”

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Inflected Word Forms

pluralCharlies
possessiveCharlie's

Phrases & Idiomatic Expressions

Charlie horseidiom

A sudden, painful cramp in a muscle, especially in the leg or thigh.

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