diaper
Translation
nappy
Examples
The baby needs a new diaper.
The baby needs a new nappy.
She packed extra diapers for the trip.
She packed extra nappies for the trip.
Grammar Patterns
((a/an)) diaper a piece of absorbent material worn by a baby The baby needs a new diaper.
Similar Words
Synonyms: nappy (UK English)
Etymology
From Middle English 'diaper', meaning a white patterned cloth, from Old French 'diaspre'.
Memory Tips
In American English, it's a 'diaper'; in British English, it's a 'nappy'. Remember the difference when traveling.