hoy
3 synonyms and 0 antonyms for hoy, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A small single-masted boat once used to ferry passengers and cargo along the coast or to larger ships.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
Borrowed from German Heu or Dutch gooi.
Full origin of hoy →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.