goy
2 synonyms and 0 antonyms for goy, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A non-Jewish person, from a Jewish perspective; a gentile.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
From Yiddish goy, borrowed from Hebrew goi, which originally just meant "nation" and came to refer to non-Jewish peoples.
Full origin of goy →Frequently asked questions
What does “goy” mean?
The word “goy” means a non-Jewish person, from a Jewish perspective; a gentile.
How do you pronounce “goy”?
“Goy” is pronounced goy (/ɡɔɪ/ in IPA).
How do you use “goy” in a sentence?
Here is “goy” used in a sentence: “The novel follows a young goy who falls in love with a rabbi's daughter.”
What part of speech is “goy”?
“Goy” is a noun.
Where does the word “goy” come from?
The word “goy” comes from Hebrew. From Yiddish goy, borrowed from Hebrew goi, which originally just meant "nation" and came to refer to non-Jewish peoples.