Foxing
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Foxing is a verb meaning present participle and gerund of fox.
Meaning
present participle and gerund of fox.
More Meanings
- (printing) The discoloration of printed material with brown marks.
- A band of material joining the upper of a shoe to the sole.
- Crafty or wily behavior.
- (prison slang) Pretending to be asleep or unconscious.
Example Sentences
"Here, wake up!" cried Silas. "None of your foxin'! Wake up! D'ye hear?" He shook him roughly by the shoulder, but the boy still slumbered on.
Word Forms
- foxings
Synonyms for foxing
Depending on context, synonyms include measles, mealiness.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include fob, throw, fuddle, discombobulate, befuddle, bedevil.
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