Definitions

1. proper noun

A female given name, especially one associated with the protagonist of L. Frank Baum’s novel ‘The Wonderful Wizard of Oz’.

“Her mother named her Dorothy after the brave girl from the classic novel.”

2. noun

A variant of Dorothy used as a surname.

“Dorothy was a common surname in the Victorian era.”

3. adjective

Relating to or characteristic of Dorothy or the novel ‘The Wonderful Wizard of Oz’.

“The film’s nostalgic feel was a tribute to the classic Dorothy story.”

4. verb

To refer to or describe someone or something as being like Dorothy.

“The actress was said to be Dorothy on the set, always saving her co-stars from danger.”