To throw.
Hoy
HOY
hɔɪ
Verb
Example Sentences
"Hoy it here!"
"Hoyed it away."
Etymology & History
Geordie term for throwing. Origin uncertain, possibly from hoist.
Word Details
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Region
Newcastle/Tyneside
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Era
Medieval
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Language
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Formality
informal
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