sallie

/ˈsæli/

Definitions

1. proper noun

A variant of the name Sarah, often used as a nickname.

“Her friends call her Sallie for short.”

2. noun

A type of caterpillar, particularly the female of the cabbage moth or the small white butterfly.

“The garden was infested with sallies and other pests.”

3. verb

To gather or collect something, especially in a casual or haphazard manner.

“I sallied through the thrift store, looking for unique finds.”

Synonyms

  • Sarah
  • caterpillar
  • glean

Antonyms

  • destroy
  • discard