coquet Definition
co·quet (kō ket′)
intransitive verb -·quet′·ted, -·quet′·ting
- to behave as a coquette; flirt
- to trifle or dally (with an idea, offer, etc.)
Etymology: Fr coqueter, to flirt, lit., to strut like a rooster < coquet, dim. of coq, a rooster: see cock
adjective
coquettish
coquet Synonyms
coquet Usage Examples
Modifying Another Word
only: They were only coquetting a little with us, or bent on kindling delusive hopes.
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