noun
auntie
AN-tee
noun
1
An affectionate, informal way of saying "aunt."
"Auntie Jo always brings the best presents at Christmas."
2
A nickname for a national broadcaster, especially the BBC, seen as old-fashioned but trustworthy.
""Auntie" has been covering the news for over a hundred years, referring to the BBC."
How to Use Auntie
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA warm, informal word for "aunt" — also a cheeky nickname for the BBC.
When to use it
Very informal; used in speech and family contexts, not formal writing.
Word Forms
auntied past tense, aunties singular
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Etymology
From aunt plus the affectionate suffix -ie, the same pattern as "doggie" or "movie."