First Known Use: circa 1896
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willies
noun plural wil·lies \ˈwi-lēz\
Definition of WILLIES
: a fit of nervousness : jitters —used with the
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willies
noun plural wil·lies \ˈwi-lēz\
Definition of WILLIES for Kids
: a fit of nervousness <That scary movie gives me the willies.>
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