Chary Definition

chary
adjective
  1. characterized by great caution and wariness; "a cagey avoidance of a definite answer"; "chary of the risks involved"; "a chary investor"

"Chary" in song lyrics

See how chary is used in real songs:

  • "Bearing thy heart, which I will keep so chary"
    William Shakespeare — Sonnet XXII
  • "acclamation bucolic calumniate chary"
    AOL — AOL
  • "dora the explorer influence chary"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "chary"

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