coax

C2
Pronunciation
/kəʊks/
/koʊks/
/ˈkəʊæks/
/koʊæks/
Noun
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

A simpleton; a dupe.

2 Definition

Short for coaxial cable.

Verb
3 definition(s)
1 Definition

To fondle, kid, pet, tease.

2 Definition

To wheedle, persuade (a person, organisation, animal etc.) gradually or by use of flattery to do something.

Example Sentences
  • He coaxed the horse gently into the trailer.
3 Definition

To carefully manipulate into a particular desired state, situation or position.

Example Sentences
  • They coaxed the rope through the pipe.
Adjective
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

Having a common central axis