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hoy¹ Definition

hoy (ho̵i)

noun

  1. a former type of small, fore-and-aft-rigged vessel resembling a sloop
  2. 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.

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