“Cosey” or “Cosy” or “Cozy”

cosey / cosy / cozy are similar-sounding terms with different meanings (referred to as homophones). To better understand the differences, see below for definitions, pronunciation guides, and example sentences using each term.

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cosey k·OW·z·iy

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cosy k·OW·z·iy

nouna padded cloth covering to keep a teapot warm.

cozy k·OW·z·iy

adjectiveenjoying or affording comforting warmth and shelter especially in a small space.
adjectivehaving or fostering a warm or friendly and informal atmosphere.
adjectivesuggesting connivance.

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“cosey”

…Depeche Mode, Kraftwerk, Chris & Cosey and Cabaret Voltaire.
…musicians like Gene Barge, Pete Cosey, Roland Faulkner, Morris Jennings, Louis…

“cosy”

…supported the Fish Creek Tea Cosy Festival.
…a winter's night, as a cosy tête-à-tête by the fire.
…horrid by-word, a source of cosy shudders ...

“cozy”

To cozy up the Chinese leadership, Nixon…
…a huge success - her "cozy" gigs are highly anticipated there.
…theaters are located in the cozy garden Izmailovo, which dates back…

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