Johnnies
Guys named John
Johnnies is the plural of Johnny, a casual or diminutive form of John.
It appears in several fixed expressions: johnny-come-lately for a newcomer or latecomer, and Johnny-on-the-spot for someone reliably present when needed.
In British slang, johnnies means condoms.
In American hospital settings, a johnny is the open-backed patient gown.
Backless medical garment
- backlessLacking rear coverage
- tieEqual score, or neckwear
- modestyAbsence of vanity
- patientAble to wait calmly
examination · preoperative · postoperative · disposable · sterile · draping · operating room · procedure
Affectionate nickname for loved ones
- diminutiveVery small, or nickname form
- endearmentAffectionate word or phrase
- affectionateShowing warm regard
- informalRelaxed, not official
Contraceptive sheath worn internally
- rubberElastic polymer from trees
- prophylacticMeasure preventing disease or harm
- protectionGuarding against harm
- contraceptivePregnancy prevention method
hospital gown
Backless medical garment
patient · examination · preoperative · postoperative · disposable · sterile · draping · operating room · procedure · ward
pet name
Affectionate nickname for loved ones
- diminutiveVery small, or nickname form
- endearmentAffectionate word or phrase
- affectionateShowing warm regard
informal · casual · familiar · boyish · friendly · youthful · playful
condom
Contraceptive sheath worn internally
- rubberElastic polymer from trees
- prophylacticMeasure preventing disease or harm
- protectionGuarding against harm
contraceptive · sheath · safe sex · latex · wrapper
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