softy

• softie

From soft +‎ -y.

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softy (plural softies)

1. (informal, mildly derogatory, occasionally endearing) A weak or sentimental person.

   Synonyms: nestle-cock, sissy, wuss; see also Thesaurus:milksop

2. (informal) Somebody who finds it difficult to scold or punish.
3. (computing, slang) A software expert who is ignorant of the workings of hardware.
4. (informal, UK, Ireland, Commonwealth) A soft drink containing no alcohol.
5. (informal) A soft toy.
6. (slang) A flaccid state of the penis.

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