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1. shy

verb. ['ˈʃaɪ'] start suddenly, as from fright.

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  • shy (English)
  • shy (Middle English (1100-1500))
  • sceoh (Old English (ca. 450-1100))

2. work-shy

adjective. disinclined to work or exertion.

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3. shy

noun. ['ˈʃaɪ'] a quick throw.

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  • shy (English)
  • shy (Middle English (1100-1500))
  • sceoh (Old English (ca. 450-1100))

4. shy

adjective. ['ˈʃaɪ'] short.

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  • shy (English)
  • shy (Middle English (1100-1500))
  • sceoh (Old English (ca. 450-1100))

5. shy

verb. ['ˈʃaɪ'] throw quickly.

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  • shy (English)
  • shy (Middle English (1100-1500))
  • sceoh (Old English (ca. 450-1100))

6. shy

adjective. ['ˈʃaɪ'] wary and distrustful; disposed to avoid persons or things.

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  • shy (English)
  • shy (Middle English (1100-1500))
  • sceoh (Old English (ca. 450-1100))

7. shy

adjective. ['ˈʃaɪ'] lacking self-confidence.

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  • shy (English)
  • shy (Middle English (1100-1500))
  • sceoh (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
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