Definition of Coax
Coax
co·ax
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
To persuade or influence someone gently and skillfully.
e.g. She tried to coax her shy friend into singing at the party.
(verb)
to gain or obtain something gentle persuasion and flattery;
e.g. The girl coaxed money out of her older brother.
(verb)
to arrange something carefully into a desired position or shape;
e.g. Her long hair was coaxed into two braids with delicate flowers attached here and there.
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