"Woolies" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
Woolies is an informal or colloquial term referring to Woolworths Limited, a supermarket chain, or Woolworth, a hardware store or variety store that was popular in many countries, particularly in the mid-20th century. In some regions, it also refers to a medical term for humans and some other mammals that lose pieces of wool while they are shedding their winter coats, especially those with fur coats.
Woolies is a colloquial or informal term for Woolworths, a supermarket chain founded by Frank Woolworth.
We visited Woolies on the way home and picked up some milk and bread.
After working at Woolworths for five years, Sarah decided to move to a new job.
The discount store was similar to Woolworths in terms of products and pricing.
My grandmother used to shop at Woolies every week when I was a kid.
Nonsense, foolish talk, or chiming in on the conversation even if one doesn't know what is being said, making animal sounds (e.g. "He's just woofing on in that conversation").
The word "woofy" is an adjective that can have a few interpretations depending on context.<br><br>1. In linguistics, a "woofy" sound is a onomatopoeia that imitates the bark of a dog, similar to "woof". It's often used to describe the noise a dog makes, or even to refer to a barking sound in general.<br><br>2. In informal or colloquial usage, someone might use "woofy" as an intensifier, similar to "very" or "extremely". For example, "It was really woofy hot outside" could mean it was very hot.
An expression of excitement, joy, or triumph, often exclaimed when something special or remarkable happens. It can be used to express triumph, victory, or celebration, similar to "hurray" or "hurrah."
Attracting or attempting to attract someone's admiration, approval, or affection, typically in a charming or flattering way.
Wool is a natural fiber obtained from the fleece of sheep and some other animals, and is often used in textiles, clothing, and other products. It is warm, lightweight, breathable, and can be woven or knitted into various fabrics.
The word "woollens" refers to:<br><br>(knitted or woven) clothes or fabrics made from wool, such as sweaters, coats, etc.
The state or quality of being woolly, characterized by a somewhat vagueness or imperfection in thought or argument; lack of clearness, precision, or conciseness.
Woolloomooloo is a neighborhood in the City of Sydney, Australia, located on the southern shore of Sydney Harbour. It is part of the larger area known as Surry Hills.