First Known Use: 1673
Dictionary
johnny
noun john·ny \ˈjä-nē\
: a loose piece of clothing that is open at the back and that is worn by someone (such as a hospital patient) who is being examined, treated, etc., by a doctor
plural johnnies
Full Definition of JOHNNY
2
: a short-sleeved collarless gown that is open in the back and is worn by persons (as hospital patients) undergoing medical examination or treatment
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Origin of JOHNNY
from the name Johnny
Medical Dictionary
johnny
noun john·ny
plural johnnies
Medical Definition of JOHNNY
: a short-sleeved collarless gown with an opening in the back for wear by persons (as hospital patients) undergoing medical examination or treatment
Variants of JOHNNY
john·ny also john·nie \ˈjän-ē\
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