Guy

Definition

Guy refers to an informal term for a man or person, often used colloquially to address or refer to individuals in general. It can also denote a rope or cable used to stabilize something.

Parts of Speech

• Noun
• Verb

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ɡaɪ/
• Respelling: guy

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ɡaɪ/
• Respelling: guy

Etymology

The word "guy" originates from the name Guy Fawkes, a historical figure involved in the 1605 Gunpowder Plot. Over time, the term came to refer to effigies of Fawkes, later broadening to mean a man or person in general.

Derivatives

• Guys (noun, plural)
• Guyline (noun)
• Guyed (verb, past tense)
• Guying (verb)
• Guy-rope (noun)

Synonyms

• Man
• Fellow
• Bloke

Antonyms

• Woman
• Girl
• None

Usage

The term "guy" is used both informally and formally in different contexts. For example, "That guy over there is my friend," or "The tent was secured with a guy rope."

Related Terms

• Man: A male adult human.
• Person: A general term for an individual.
• Rope: A strong cord or cable often used for stabilizing structures.

Detailed Definitions

Noun

• An informal term for a man: Used to refer to a male individual or group of people in a casual manner.
  • Example: "The guy at the coffee shop was very polite."
• A stabilizing rope or cable: Refers to a rope used to support or steady structures like tents or poles.
  • Example: "The tent was held up by several guy ropes."

Verb

• To stabilize using a guy rope or cable: Describes the act of using ropes for support or steadiness.
  • Example: "They guyed the antenna to prevent it from falling."