caddy

1 of 2

noun (1)

cad·​dy

variant spelling of caddie

1

Scotland : one who waits about for odd jobs

2

a

: one who assists a golfer especially by carrying the clubs

b

: a wheeled device for conveying things not readily carried by hand

a luggage caddie

caddy

2 of 2

noun (2)

cad·​dy ˈka-dē 

plural caddies

1

: a small box, can, or chest used especially to keep tea in

2

: a container or device for storing or holding objects when they are not in use

a caddy for pens

Synonyms

Noun (2)

• bin
• box
• case
• casket
• chest
• locker
• trunk

Examples of caddy in a Sentence

Noun (2)

an antique tea caddy from the colonial period

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

Scheffler, his caddy Ted Scott, and their families, stayed on site at the club. —Carrie Coolidge, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024

The vehicle features Santa Claus, ready to tee off, seated alongside an elfin caddy. —Spencer Whaley, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024

Driver Pockets Car Phone Holder Mount This organizer caddy clips to their car’s air vent and stows their phone, sunglasses, and chargers. —Jessica Kasparian, SELF, 10 Dec. 2024

And don’t worry about sizing—this caddy is expandable and provides a flawless fit for most tubs. —Maria Conti, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Dec. 2024

Word History

Etymology

Noun (2)

Malay kati catty

First Known Use

Noun (2)

1785, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing caddy

• tea caddy

Kids Definition

caddy

noun

cad·​dy ˈkad-ē 

plural caddies

: a small box or chest

especially : one to keep tea in