어리석거나 바보 같은 행동을 하는 사람
A person who behaves in a foolish or silly manner.
예문:
"Don't be such a silly nelly; it was clearly just a joke."
"He acts like a total nelly whenever he is trying to impress her."
게이, 특히 여성스러운 남성을 비하하여 부르는 말
A derogatory term for a gay man, especially one perceived as effeminate.
예문:
"The comedian was heavily criticized for using the term nelly during his set."
"Such offensive labels like nelly have no place in modern professional discourse."
지나치게 소심하거나, 가식적이거나, 까다로운 남성
A man who is perceived as being overly timid, affected, or fastidious.
예문:
"Stop being such a nervous nelly and just jump into the pool."
"He is a bit of a nelly about his clothes, ensuring there isn't a single speck of dust."