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DECOY

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Decoy.

How to pronounce decoy:

US

Decoy - as a noun

A beguiler who leads someone into danger (usually as part of a plot)

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
steerer7
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
accomplice20confederate17beguiler11cheat10cheater12deceiver14slicker13trickster15
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Something used to lure fish or other animals into danger so they can be trapped or killed

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bait6lure4
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
device12
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Decoy - as a verb

Lure or entrap with or as if with a decoy

Example Sentences

"The hunter used a decoy to attract ducks."
"The police set up a decoy car to catch the thief."
"The spy used a decoy to divert attention from the main objective."
"The fisherman used a decoy bait to attract the big fish."
"The hunters hid in a blind while using a duck decoy."
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Word Game Points

Is DECOY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, decoy is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DECOY has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

Is DECOY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, decoy is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DECOY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.

Is DECOY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, decoy is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DECOY has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.

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