tummy

noun

tum·​my ˈtə-mē How to pronounce tummy (audio)
plural tummies

Examples of tummy in a Sentence

His mother rubbed his tummy until he fell asleep.
Recent Examples on the Web The bottle is designed to ensure little tummies get only milk, not air and the nipple mimics the breast to encourage acceptance and reduce nipple confusion. Dorian Smith-Garcia, Parents, 16 May 2024 Extending past breast lifts and tummy tucks, Williams says the makeover can include changes in facial skin appearance, body and breast appearance, and even laser hair removal. India Espy-Jones, Essence, 15 May 2024 After all, EVs are known for their instantaneous torque, especially when the (not-so) loud pedal is stomped on, driving all of the electric power into everyone’s tummies. Cameron Aubernon, Popular Science, 15 May 2024 Most people get diarrhea, fever and tummy aches for four to seven days. David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 14 May 2024 Those are some of the dearest moments of my childhood: the exquisite glee and butterflies in my tummy while performing some rudimentary choreographed routine with a lumpia in each hand, like tiny batons for that little girl. Lizz Schumer, Peoplemag, 10 May 2024 Iron supplements are frequently associated with constipation and tummy troubles, so finding an iron supplement that does not exacerbate stomach discomfort is especially important. Dahlia Rimmon, Parents, 1 May 2024 According to various cosmetic surgery companies, a mommy makeover is a non-surgical procedure that often includes a tummy tuck, liposuction and other minimally invasive body-shaping techniques. Stacy Lambe, Peoplemag, 19 Apr. 2024 In Bakersfield, a 43-year-old woman died after getting liposuction and a tummy tuck from Dr. Sarwa Aldoori, who was trained in obstetrics and had completed a residency in family medicine, according to a state accusation. Emily Alpert Reyes, Los Angeles Times, 31 Mar. 2024

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Word History

Etymology

baby-talk alteration of stomach

First Known Use

1867, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of tummy was in 1867

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“Tummy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tummy. Accessed 23 May. 2024.

Kids Definition

tummy

noun
tum·​my ˈtəm-ē How to pronounce tummy (audio)
plural tummies

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