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Meaning of 'coax' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . Coax [ n.]
- A simpleton; a dupe.
2 . Coax [ v. t.]
- To persuade by gentle, insinuating courtesy, flattering, or fondling; to wheedle; to soothe.

Meaning of 'coax' (Princeton's WordNet)

1 . coax [ v]
Meaning (1):
- influence or urge by gentle urging, caressing, or flattering
Example in sentence:
  • He palavered her into going along

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