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Coquette Definition & Meaning

coquette
noun
  1. a seductive woman who uses her sex appeal to exploit men
verb
  1. talk or behave amorously, without serious intentions; "The guys always try to chat up the new secretaries"; "My husband never flirts with other women"

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Frequently asked questions

What does coquette mean?
a seductive woman who uses her sex appeal to exploit men talk or behave amorously, without serious intentions; "The guys always try to chat up the new secretaries"; "My husband never flirts with other women"
What part of speech is coquette?
Coquette is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does coquette have?
Coquette has 2 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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