noun
footy
FUU-tee
noun
1
Informal British/Australian word for football; depending on the region, it can mean soccer, rugby league, or Australian rules football.
"A group of mates were kicking a footy around in the park."
"He never misses a footy match on Saturday."
How to Use Footy
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA casual, affectionate way of saying "football" — the exact sport it means depends on where you are.
When to use it
Very informal; mainly used in British and Australian English.
UK vs US
In the UK, footy usually means soccer; in Australia it often means Aussie rules or rugby league — Americans would say "football" or specify the sport instead.
Word Forms
more footy comparative, footies plural, most footy superlative
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