Origin: Germanic Old English prefix
Benny has 13 different meanings across 2 categories:
East Indian annual erect herb; source of sesame seed or benniseed and sesame oil
"The farmer harvested the benny to press fresh sesame oil from its seeds."
United States comedian known for his timeing and delivery and self-effacing humor (1894-1974)
"Benny's legendary timing and self-effacing humor made him a beloved icon of American comedy."
An amphetamine tablet.
"The street dealer handed over a stack of bennies to settle the debt quickly."
Alternative letter-case form of Benny (“tantrum”)
A benefit.
An overcoat.
Synonym of eggs Benedict
A stupid or dull-witted person.
A one-hundred-dollar bill.
In plain English: A benny is slang for a $100 bill.
"He pulled out a benny to cover the tip."
Usage: This slang term refers specifically to a $100 U.S. bill, often used in informal conversation or within certain communities. Avoid using "benny" in formal writing or when speaking with someone unfamiliar with the slang.
To take amphetamines.
"He started to benny after working double shifts without any sleep."
In plain English: To "benny" means to use stimulant drugs like speed to stay awake and energetic.
"He started to benny to get through those all-nighters in college."
Usage: Benny (noun) refers to an illicit dose of amphetamine, often used recreationally. It's slang and should be avoided in formal writing; use with extreme caution even in casual conversation due to its association with drug use.
A nickname for a man named Benjamin.
"Many people in the neighborhood know Benny as a friendly neighbor, though his full name is Benjamin Rodriguez."
A nickname for a woman named Bernice or Bernadette.
A surname.
The word benny is a shortened form of benzodiazepines that gained popularity as slang during the drug's peak use in the mid-20th century. It combines the root "benz" from its chemical name with the informal suffix "-y" to create a casual term for these sedative medications.