How to Pronounce "bandied"
word
ˈbændid
BAN-deed
bˈændɪd
BAN-did
Definition
If a word, idea, or rumor is bandied (about), it is mentioned by many people, often without much thought or knowledge. It usually means something is being discussed casually or spread widely.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbændid
British English
bˈændɪd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BAN-deed
UK
BAN-did
Listen in Context
Numbers like that get bandied around all the time during budget season.
His name was bandied about as a possible candidate.
That rumor was bandied around the office for weeks.
Many figures were bandied about in the conversation.