Aggie1
/ˈaɡi/(also aggie) informal (chiefly US )
noun
1An agriculturalist, specifically a student at an agricultural college. Frequently (and in earliest use): a member of a sports team from such a college; (in plural) the team itself.
2An agricultural institution or college (often as the nickname of a specific institution).
adjective
Of or belonging to an Aggy or Aggies; relating to an agricultural college, department, team, etc.
Origin
Late 19th century; earliest use found in The New York Times. From ag + -y.
Rhymes
aggie2
/ˈaɡi/(also aggy) informal and regional
noun
A type of highly-prized playing marble made of agate or variegated glass resembling agate.
- Recorded earliest in attributive use..
Origin
Late 19th century. From ag- + -y.