toadied

Meanings

• The act of fawning or flattering in order to gain favor or approval.

  - "She toadied to her boss in order to get a promotion."
  - "The politician toadied to the wealthy donors in order to secure their financial support."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with toadied
toadied , toadie , toadstool , boiled , toiled , smiled

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Homophones

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1. Toadied () :
   

2. Toadied () :
   

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Variants

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toadied , toadies , toady , toadying , toadyism , toadyisms

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Forms

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{"term"=>"toadied (verb)", "description"=>"The act of fawning or flattering in order to gain favor or approval.", "language"=>"en"}, {"term"=>"toadied (adjective)", "description"=>"Fawning or flattering in order to gain favor or approval.", "language"=>"en"}, {"term"=>"toadied (noun)", "description"=>"A person who fawns or flatters in order to gain favor or approval.", "language"=>"en"}

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Etymology

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The word 'toadied' is derived from the verb 'toadie', which comes from the noun 'toad', meaning a type of short-legged, warty amphibian. The term 'toadied' refers to the act of fawning or flattering in order to gain favor or approval, which is likened to the behavior of a toad in trying to appease or win over someone.

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Culture

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In various cultures, toads have been revered and held in high regard for their supposed mystical or healing properties. For instance, in ancient Egypt, toads were considered sacred animals, and their images were often depicted in Egyptian art and temples. Similarly, in traditional Chinese medicine, toads have been used for various medicinal purposes, such as to treat skin conditions, respiratory problems, or even as a general health tonic.

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