Cardi

Cardi

British abbreviation of ‘cardigan’, with typical ‘-y/-i’ diminutive ending.

Etymology & History

British cardigan abbreviation. British clothing terminology. Casual British knitwear. Working-class British garment. Reflects British abbreviation clothing vocabulary.

Word Details

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Region
General British
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Era
Modern
Language
Mild
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Formality
Slang
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