Meaning & Definition of Shay in English

Detailed Definitions

• Definition: A light, open, two-wheeled carriage often used for one or two passengers.

  Example Sentence: They took a ride in a shay along the scenic route.

• Definition: An informal term sometimes used to denote someone who is stylish or charming.

  Example Sentence: He always dresses in a shay manner.

Etymology

Origin: Originates from the French word 'chai,' referring to a type of carriage.

Synonyms

Common Phrases and Expressions

• shay away: To depart quickly or cunningly.
• in the shay: To be stylishly dressed.

Translations

• Spanish: carruaje ligero

• French: shay

• German: leichter Wagen

• Russian: легкая повозка

Related Words

• carriage: A wheeled vehicle for conveying passengers.

• buggy: A small vehicle with four wheels, typically drawn by a horse.

• coach: A large, comfortable vehicle for transporting passengers.

Slang Meanings of shay

• Meaning: Being exceptionally chic or fashionable.

  Example Sentence: Her outfit was totally shay for the party.

• Meaning: To act in a charming or agreeable way.

  Example Sentence: He knows how to shay his way through social gatherings.