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“Coy” or “Koi”

coy / koi 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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Definitions

What each term means

Same sound, different spellings and meanings, shown with a pronunciation guide for each term.

coy k·OY

  • adjectiveaffectedly modest or shy especially in a playful or provocative way.
  • adjectiveshowing marked and often playful or irritating evasiveness or reluctance to make a definite or committing statement.
  • adjectivemodestly or warily rejecting approaches or overtures.

koi

No dictionary entry for this spelling — see the usage examples below for how it shows up in writing.

Usage

Examples in context

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“coy”

  • To His Coy Mistress
  • Chris Coy as Daniels
  • …Marcus McCausland, formerly of D Coy 5 UDR is abducted and…
  • …the Deanery base of C Coy, 6 UDR in Clogher.
  • On 3 November 1877, Coy applied for and received a…
  • …marked a peak for Gomez's coy attitude and breathy vocals.
  • …brand of sexiness has a coy, subtle quality that never tries…
  • INDSF Coy - A Team of 2nd…
  • The switchboard built by Coy was, according to one source,…
  • "To His Coy Mistress" is a Cavalier poem…

“koi”

  • Mera Dard Na Janay Koi (2015-2016)
  • Par gaya chahai sab koi in Ektal by Raidas
  • …Chowdhury recorded songs SUCH AS "Koi Hota Jisko Apna" from Mere…
  • Wan Kuok-koi (; born 1955), popularly known…
  • Maji de Watashi ni Koi Shinasai!
  • …forbidden to mention Broken Tooth Koi in the press; otherwise bullets…
  • Kare na bharosa koi Duniya de pyar da –…
  • …gardens include a living wall, koi ponds, fountains, a children's play…
  • …a cover of The Peanuts's "Koi No Fuga", were released as…
  • …species, decorated with waterfalls, bridges, koi ponds and sculptures by local…

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