willy

adj

Etymology: From Middle English willy, willi, equivalent to will + -y. Cognate with Dutch willig (“obedient, hearsome”), German willig (“willing”), Swedish villig (“willing, agreeable”).

1. Willing; favourable; ready; eager.
2. Self-willed; willful.

name

Etymology: Etymology tree English Will Old English -iġ Middle English -y English -y English Willy From Will + -y.

1. A diminutive of the male given name William

noun

1. A person who is manipulated into serving as a useful agent without knowing it.

verb

Etymology: From Middle English wilȝe, from Old English wiliġ (“willow”). More at willow.

1. To cleanse wool or cotton, etc. with a willy, or willow.