goody

(go̵od′ē)

noun pl. goodies

: usually used in pl.
1. something considered very good to eat, as a piece of candy
2. any gift, perk, etc., esp. a small one
☆ goody-goody

adjective

Informal goody-goody

interjection

used to express approval or delight: mainly a child's term

noun pl. goodies

Archaic a woman, esp. an old woman or housewife, of lowly social status: used as a title with the surname

Origin: < goodwife

See goody in American Heritage Dictionary 4

interjection

Used to express delight.

noun also good·ie pl. good·ies

Something attractive or delectable, especially something sweet to eat.

noun pl. good·ies
Archaic

A goodwife.

Origin:

Origin: Shortening and alteration of goodwife

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