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coquetry Definition

co·quetry (kō′kə trē, kō ke′trē)

noun pl. -·ries

  1. the behavior or act of a coquette; flirting
  2. the act of trifling or dallying

Etymology: Fr coqueterie < coqueter: see coquet

coquetry Usage Examples

Adjective modifier

  • feminine: In the code of feminine coquetry such cases are numerous.