A small decorative object or thing; also Australian slang for a diaper or nappy.
Of uncertain origin; possibly reduplicative in nature or derived from baby-talk forms. The Australian meaning may be a separate development related to 'didies.'
In Australian English, 'didie' is a great example of how everyday parenting vocabulary develops unique regional forms—similar to how some cultures say 'nappy,' others say 'diaper,' and Australians say 'didie.'
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