Coax , n. A simpleton; a dupe. [Obs.]
Beau. & Fl.
Coax (?; 110), v. t. [imp. & p. p. Coaxed (?);
p. pr. & vb. n.
Coaxing.]
[Cf. OE. cokes fool, a person easily imposed upon, W. coeg empty, foolish; F. coquin knave, rogue.] To persuade by gentle, insinuating courtesy, flattering, or fondling; to wheedle; to soothe.
Syn. -- To wheedle; cajole; flatter; persuade; entice.
Hear it pronounced