guy
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/ɡaɪ/
English
Definitions
noun
- An effigy of a man burned on a bonfire on the anniversary of the Gunpowder Plot (5th November).
- A person of eccentric appearance or dress; a "fright".
- A man, fellow.
- (especially in the plural) A person (see usage notes).
verb
- To exhibit an effigy of Guy Fawkes around the 5th November.
- To make fun of, to ridicule with wit or innuendo.
- To play in a comedic manner.
noun
- A guide; a leader or conductor.
- A support rope or cable used to guide, steady or secure something which is being hoisted or lowered.
- A support to secure or steady something prone to shift its position or be carried away (e.g. the mast of a ship or a suspension-bridge).
verb
- To equip with a support cable.
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Synonyms
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