hoy¹ Definition
hoy (ho̵i)
noun
- a former type of small, fore-and-aft-rigged vessel resembling a sloop
- a heavy barge
Etymology: ME hoye < MDu hoei, var. of hoede
hoy² Definition
hoy (ho̵i)
, noun
used as a cry to attract attention, drive hogs, etc.
Etymology: ME
hoy Usage Examples
Noun used with modifier
sailing: The 700 year old harbor had been extensively used by the sailing hoys which regularly plied their trade from London.

