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loy - What does it mean?

Definition of 'loy'

English

Noun

(en-noun)
  • (Ireland) A type of spade used in Ireland.
  • * 2002 , Joseph O'Conner, Star of the Sea , Vintage 2003, page 28:
  • They were wielding the tools of their livelihood, but as weapons – scythes, hoes, loys , billhooks.
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    Similar to 'loy'

    lay, ley, ly