Definition of "woobie" [woobie]

• Any object, typically a blanket, garment or stuffed animal that is used simply for its comforting characteristics. (noun)
• A term of endearment. (noun)
• A fictional character, usually physically attractive, who is put under constant stress and angst so as to create emotional attachment. (noun)
• A poncho liner. (noun)

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• "Military pals lent support, notably with a combat "woobie" -- a Marine camouflage sleeping bag, the kind guards drape over their shoulders while on duty on a cold night."
• "I doubt whether anybody else needs quite the same things from tv at the moment as I do (bite-size, humorous, positive, but containing moments of strong emotion and pain that make me woobie), so I know I walk alone ... this lonely road ... bugger, I've turned into Green Day."
• "You're really losing it, aren't you, poor woobie * slaps him for stupidness, then huggles him*"