Doxy

4 lettersnoun

Updated June 2026

Definition

A mistress or a woman of loose morals; also a doctrine or opinion.

“The pirate's doxy waited for him at the harbour tavern.”

Pronunciation

Syllables

dox·y

Related Words

Synonyms

concubinecourtesanparamour

Word Game Tips

🟩

Wordle

"Doxy" uses 4 different letters, which makes it efficient for eliminating options. Its 1 vowel balance the consonants. Watch the less-common letter X.

🔤

Scrabble

"Doxy" is worth 15 points before board bonuses. It carries the high-value tile X — land it on a premium square for a big swing.

Words Related to Doxy

Words one letter different

Change a single letter of “doxy” to make these 4-letter words — useful for Wordle and crossword clues.

boxy coxy dixy doby dogy domy dopy dory doty dowy doxa dozy foxy

Add a letter to make a longer word

5-letter words you can spell by adding one letter to “doxy”.

adoxy dioxy exody

Explore Similar Words

4-letter words starting with D 4-letter words ending with Y All 4-letter words 5-letter words All word lists

Try These Tools

Anagram Solver Scrabble Helper Crossword Solver Spelling Bee Solver

Dictionary References

Look up doxy in an authoritative dictionary for full definitions, pronunciation, and etymology.

Cambridge Dictionary Merriam-Webster

Download Word Challenge for unlimited word puzzles, a fresh Daily Challenge, and head-to-head multiplayer. Guess the hidden word in six tries or fewer!

Download Free