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hoy

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Noun — A small single-masted boat once used to ferry passengers and cargo along the coast or to larger ships.

Etymology

Borrowed from German Heu or Dutch gooi.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “hoy” mean?

The word “hoy” means a small single-masted boat once used to ferry passengers and cargo along the coast or to larger ships. In plain terms, either an old type of small cargo boat, or a shout used to get someone's attention or tell them to stop.

How do you pronounce “hoy”?

“Hoy” is pronounced hoy (/hɔɪ/ in IPA).

How do you use “hoy” in a sentence?

Here is “hoy” used in a sentence: “The hoy carried barrels of ale from the coast to the port town.”

What part of speech is “hoy”?

Depending on how it is used, “hoy” can be a noun and an intj.

Is “hoy” a common word?

“Hoy” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “hoy” have?

“Hoy” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a small single-masted boat once used to ferry passengers and cargo along the coast or to larger ships.

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