Definition of Coy
Coy
coy
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(adjective)
artificially shy or modest, often with the intention of being flirtatious, especially with reference to women;
e.g. She gave a coy smile as she beckoned to him to follow her.
(adjective)
hesitant to share details, often due to their sensitive nature;
e.g. She is coy about her age because she looks a lot younger than she really is.
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