shy

A1
Pronunciation
/ʃaɪ/
Noun
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

An act of throwing.

2 Definition

A place for throwing.

Example Sentences
  • coconut shy
3 Definition

A sudden start aside, as by a horse.

4 Definition

In the Eton College wall game, a point scored by lifting the ball against the wall in the calx.

Verb
3 definition(s)
1 Definition

To avoid due to timidness or caution.

Example Sentences
  • I shy away from investment opportunities I don't understand.
2 Definition

To jump back in fear.

Example Sentences
  • The horse shied away from the rider, which startled him so much he shied away from the horse.
3 Definition

To throw sideways with a jerk; to fling

Example Sentences
  • shy a slipper
Adjective
5 definition(s)
1 Definition

Easily frightened; timid.

2 Definition

Reserved; disinclined to familiar approach.

Example Sentences
  • He is very shy with strangers.
3 Definition

Cautious; wary; suspicious.

4 Definition

Short, insufficient or less than.

Example Sentences
  • By our count your shipment came up two shy of the bill of lading amount.
5 Definition

Embarrassed.