nounplural noun willies
(also willie)
informal British A man's penis.
Pronunciation
Origin
Early 20th century pet form of the given name William.
nounplural noun willies
informal Australian, New ZealandA sudden outburst of anger or annoyance.
Pronunciation
Phrases
- chuck a willy
Display sudden anger.
- ‘he chucks a willy when I ask him if he is ready to say sorry’
Australian, New Zealand informal
Origin
1930s perhaps from willy-willy.
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