1. a student at or graduate of a preparatory school
Usage: informal
2. a person who dresses or behaves in a style associated with preparatory school students
Usage: informal

1. of, relating to, or characteristic of preparatory school students or their style
Usage: informal

Examples

• The preppie wore a navy blazer and khaki pants to the country club.
• She had that classic preppie look with her pearl necklace and loafers.
• The boarding school was full of preppies from wealthy families.
• His preppie style included button-down shirts and boat shoes.
• The preppie aesthetic became popular in the 1980s.
• Many preppies went on to attend Ivy League universities.
• The store specialized in preppie clothing and accessories.