dorthy

/ˈdɒrəθi/ or /ˈdɒrəsi/

Definitions

1. noun

a female given name, especially one originating in the Middle Ages

“Her grandmother was named Dorothy, a name that was popular in the early 20th century.”

2. proper noun

the main female character in L. Frank Baum’s novel ‘The Wonderful Wizard of Oz’

“Dorothy Gale is one of the most iconic characters in American literature.”

3. verb

to travel or journey to a place, especially one that is far away

“She dorothyed to her hometown after living abroad for many years.”

Synonyms

  • female given name
  • governess
  • traveler

Antonyms

  • male given name
  • settler