Canadian English Meaning of coy

shy

Other Canadian English words related to shy

Definitions and Meaning of coy in English

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coy (s)

affectedly modest or shy especially in a playful or provocative way

showing marked and often playful or irritating evasiveness or reluctance to make a definite or committing statement

modestly or warily rejecting approaches or overtures

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shy

affectedly modest or shy especially in a playful or provocative way, showing marked and often playful or irritating evasiveness or reluctance to make a definite

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