Definition of "paddy" [pad•dy]

• Rice, especially in the husk, whether gathered or still in the field. (noun)
• A specially irrigated or flooded field where rice is grown. (noun)

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• "A rice paddy is drained and allowed to dry to just the right consistency."
• "Then we called the paddy wagon, and I gave the order to arrest them."
• "A group of farmers have created 'murals' by planting rice in different colors in Japanese paddy fields"