Synonyms for foxily


Grammar : Adv
Spell : fok-see
Phonetic Transcription : ˈfɒk si

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Définition of foxily

Origin :
  • 1520s, "crafty, cunning," from fox (n.) + -y (2). Of colors, stains, tints, etc. from 18c. Meaning "attractive" is 1895, American English slang. Related: Foxiness.
  • As in shrewdly : adv astutely
  • As in slyly : adv cleverly
Example sentences :
  • As he was speaking Anicetus foxily let fall a dagger between his legs.
  • Extract from : « Historic Tales, Volume 11 (of 15) » by Charles Morris
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