Bethy

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English[edit]

Etymology[edit]

Beth +‎ -y

Proper noun[edit]

Bethy

  1. A diminutive of the female given name Elizabeth.
    • 1868-9, Louisa May Alcott, Little Women
      “I'll settle Bethy's troubles, and then I'll tell you mine. They are not very wearing, so they'll keep,” and Jo stitched away, with a wise nod which set her mother's heart at rest about her for the present at least.
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