A fairground throw game.
Shy
SHY
ʃaɪ
Noun
Example Sentences
"Have a shy."
"Coconut shy."
Etymology & History
Geordie term for coconut shy type game. From shy (throw).
Word Details
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Region
Newcastle/Tyneside
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Era
1800s
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Language
none
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Formality
neutral
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