shay
2 synonyms and 0 antonyms for shay, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — An old-fashioned light horse-drawn carriage.
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
A back-formation from "chaise" — people heard the French plural-sounding \"-aise\" ending and assumed \"shay\" was the singular.
Full origin of shay →Frequently asked questions
What does “shay” mean?
The word “shay” means an old-fashioned light horse-drawn carriage. In plain terms, an old two-wheeled or four-wheeled carriage pulled by a horse; also a common Irish first name.
How do you pronounce “shay”?
“Shay” is pronounced shay (/ʃeɪ/ in IPA).
How do you use “shay” in a sentence?
Here is “shay” used in a sentence: “The museum has a Victorian shay on display, complete with leather seats.”
What part of speech is “shay”?
Depending on how it is used, “shay” can be a noun and a name.
Where does the word “shay” come from?
The word “shay” comes from French. A back-formation from "chaise" — people heard the French plural-sounding \"-aise\" ending and assumed \"shay\" was the singular.
How many meanings does “shay” have?
“Shay” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: an old-fashioned light horse-drawn carriage.