Yorkie

noun

York·​ie ˈyȯr-kē How to pronounce Yorkie (audio)

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Searchers on Sunday found Richardson's body and the remains of her beloved Yorkie, Omie Mae, about a mile from where her house originally stood, Greenslet said. Austin American Statesman, 31 July 2025 Photo of a 3-month-old Yorkie rocking two blue bow ties in her hair. Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 July 2025 When 16-year-old Marley, a gentle Yorkie poo, showed up with a balloon tied to his back, no one expected the moment to become a viral sensation. Ashley Vega, People.com, 17 July 2025 The American Kennel Club said that Yorkie puppies are typically born with black-and-tan coats. Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 June 2025 Masked contestants in Season 13 included Honey Pot, Space Ranger, Cherry Blossom, Coral, Fuzzy Peas, Ant, Paparazzo, Griffin, Boogie Woogie, Pearl, Bat, Yorkie, Stud Muffin, Nessy and Mad Scientist Monster. Michael Schneider, Variety, 8 May 2025 Gone with the wind, found with the bros: Dog lost for 5 years reunited with owner by fraternity brothers Kingston, an 11-year-old Yorkie lost for five years, was reunited with his owner by Kappa Sigma brothers at the University of Southern Mississippi after the dog showed up on their porch. Jasmine Baehr, FOXNews.com, 3 May 2025 Masked contestants in Season 13 include Honey Pot, Space Ranger, Cherry Blossom, Coral, Fuzzy Peas, Ant, Paparazzo, Griffin, Boogie Woogie, Pearl, Bat, Yorkie, Stud Muffin, Nessy and Mad Scientist Monster. Michael Schneider, Variety, 1 May 2025 Kappa Sigma President Neal Rachal told USA Today that while their organization cannot account for Kingston’s whereabouts for the past five years, the Yorkie was found outside the frat house's front door the morning of March 30. Angel Saunders, People.com, 16 Apr. 2025

Word History

Etymology

by shortening & alteration

First Known Use

1946, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Yorkie was in 1946

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“Yorkie.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Yorkie. Accessed 7 Aug. 2025.

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