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1 definition found From Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913) [web1913]: Coax \Coax\ (?; 110), v. t. [imp. & p. p. {Coaxed}; p. pr & vb n. {Coaxing}.] [Cf. OE cokes fool, a person easily imposed upon W. coeg empty, foolish; F. coquin knave, rogue.] To persuade by gentle, insinuating courtesy, flattering, or fondling; to wheedle; to soothe. Syn: To wheedle; cajole; flatter; persuade; entice.
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