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co·quette

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–noun

1.	a woman who flirts lightheartedly with men to win their admiration and affection; flirt.

–verb (used without object)

2.	to coquet.

[Origin: 1605–15; < F, fem. of coquet

]

—Related forms

co·quet·tish, adjective

co·quet·tish·ly, adverb

co·quet·tish·ness, noun

—Synonyms 1. tease, vamp.

—Usage note See -ette.

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co·quette Audio Help (kō-kět') Pronunciation Key
n. A woman who makes teasing sexual or romantic overtures; a flirt.

[French, feminine of coquet, flirtatious man; see coquet.]

co·quet'tish adj., co·quet'tish·ly adv., co·quet'tish·ness n.

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