dooley
word
/ˈduɫi/
DOO-lee
/ˈduli/
DOO-lee
Definition
In Australian English, a 'dooley' is a slang term for a large bucket or container, often for carrying water or other liquids.
Usage & Nuances
Primarily Australian slang; very uncommon outside Australia. Most often means a bucket for water, but can refer to any large container. Not used in formal writing. Sometimes spelled 'doolee.'
Spanish: dooleyPortuguese (BR): dooleyPortuguese (PT): dooleyChinese (Simplified): 多利（澳大利亚俚语，水桶）Chinese (Traditional): 多利（澳洲俚語，水桶）Hindi: डूली (ऑस्ट्रेलियाई स्लैंग, पानी की बाल्टी)Arabic: دولي (سطل ماء في الأسترالية العامية)Bengali: বড় বালতি - বড় পাত্রRussian: большое ведро - большая ёмкостьJapanese: 大きなバケツ - 大きな容器Vietnamese: xô lớn - thùng lớnKorean: 큰 양동이 - 큰 용기Turkish: büyük kova - büyük kapUrdu: بڑا بالٹی - بڑا کنٹینرIndonesian: ember besar - wadah besar
Example Sentences
Please fill the dooley with water.
basic
He carried the dooley to the garden.
basic
Grab the dooley—it’s easier than making two trips.
natural
Don’t forget the dooley when you water the plants.
natural
The dooley is very heavy when full.
basic
Mate, the dooley’s cracked—we’ll need a new one.
natural