patsy

Meanings

• noun

  A person, especially a woman, who unwittingly or naively becomes involved in someone else's plans or schemes.

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Synonyms

scapegoat , sucker

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with patsy
batsy , ratsy , jatsy

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Variants

List of all variants of patsy that leads to same result
patsies , patsy

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Etymology

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Originally an Irish name Patricia, the name Patsy is a pet form of Patricia, derived from the Latin Patricius meaning 'noble'.

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Trivia

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1. The name Patsy was popularized in the United States during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

2. The name Patsy is also used as a term for a type of quilt block.

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Related Concepts

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1. mark: Patsy can be considered a type of mark or fall guy, someone who is used or manipulated by others.

2. dupe: Patsy is also a term used to describe someone who is easily deceived or cheated.

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Culture

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In literature, Patsy is a common name for characters who are often portrayed as innocent and unsuspecting, such as in the novel 'Patsy' by Nicole Dennis-Benn. In music, there is a popular country song called 'Patsy Cline' that pays tribute to the legendary singer.

How to Memorize "patsy"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the letter P followed by the letters a, t, and s. Imagine a person named Patricia who goes by the nickname Patsy.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the name Patsy with the image of an innocent or unsuspecting person.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Patricia is a Noble Irishwoman' to remember the meaning and origin of the name Patsy.

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