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tidy

/ˈtaɪdi/

noun

Meaning

  • A tabletop container for pens and stationery.

    "a desk tidy"

  • A cover, often of tatting, drawn work, or other ornamental work, for the back of a chair, the arms of a sofa, etc.

  • A child's pinafore.

  • The wren.

verb

Meaning

  • To make tidy; to neaten.

adjective

Meaning

  • Arranged neatly and in order.

    "Keep Britain tidy."

  • Not messy; neat and controlled.

  • Satisfactory; comfortable.

  • Generous, considerable.

    "The scheme made a tidy profit."

  • In good time; at the right time; timely; seasonable; opportune; favourable; fit; suitable.

  • Brave; smart; skillful; fine; good.

  • Appropriate or suitable as regards occasion, circumstances, arrangement, or order.

Synonyms

apt,
fit,
neat,
orderly,
presentable,
spick and span,
opportune,
seasonable

interjection

Meaning

  • Expression of positive agreement, usually in reply to a question.