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cody

n. countable
A1 Beginner US //ˈkoʊdi// cody

n. a common name for a person, usually a boy or a man. It is also a popular name for pets like dogs.

n. a masculine given name of Gaelic origin, meaning 'helpful'. Used as a proper name for individuals or occasionally as a surname.


SIMPLE

My friend Cody lives in the house next door.

CONTEXTUAL

The teacher called on Cody to answer the question about the solar system.

COMPLEX

While Cody is traditionally a masculine name, modern naming conventions have seen it occasionally adopted as a gender-neutral or feminine choice in various English-speaking regions.

Usage

As a proper name, it is almost always capitalized.

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