henie: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
Very lowInformal, slang
Quick answer
What does “henie” mean?
A slang term for the buttocks or backside.
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Pronunciation
Definition
Meaning and Definition
A slang term for the buttocks or backside.
Informal, often humorous or mildly vulgar term for the posterior; sometimes used in a teasing or affectionate manner.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
The term is slightly more attested in American English slang from the mid-20th century, but remains extremely rare in both varieties.
Connotations
In both varieties, it is a mild, humorous term. It may sound old-fashioned or be used for deliberate comic effect.
Frequency
Extremely low frequency in both UK and US English. Not found in formal contexts or common modern speech.
Grammar
How to Use “henie” in a Sentence
to freeze one's henie offVocabulary
Collocations
Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Not used.
Academic
Not used.
Everyday
Extremely rare; only in very informal, humorous contexts among certain speakers.
Technical
Not used.
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “henie”
- Using it in formal writing or speech.
- Assuming it is a standard or common term.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
It is informal and mildly humorous, not crude, but it is not appropriate for formal situations.
It is recorded in American slang but is extremely rare in contemporary use in both varieties.
No, it is slang and not suitable for academic or formal writing.
Its etymology is unclear, but it appears to be a 20th-century American slang formation, possibly a playful alteration of another word.
A slang term for the buttocks or backside.
Henie is usually informal, slang in register.
Henie: in British English it is pronounced /ˈhiːni/, and in American English it is pronounced /ˈhini/. Tap the audio buttons above to hear it.
Phrases
Idioms & Phrases
- “freeze your henie off”
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
Think of a HEN sitting on its eggs – it uses its 'henie'.
Conceptual Metaphor
BODY PART AS OBJECT (a thing to be cold or sat upon).
Practice
Quiz
What is the most accurate description of the word 'henie'?