Mc·Coy (m -koi )n. Informal The authentic thing or quality; something that is not an imitation or substitute: This gem is the real McCoy. [Alteration of earlier McKay, probably from Scots, good unadulterated whiskey.] |
McCoy1
n
(Biographies / McCoy, Tony (1974 M, Northern Irish, SPORT AND GAMES: jockey) Tony, full name Anthony Peter McCoy. born 1974, Northern Irish jockey; winner of seven consecutive riders' titles in 2001-02
McCoy2
n
Slang the genuine person or thing (esp in the phrase the real McCoy)
[perhaps after Kid McCoy, professional name of Norman Selby (1873-1940), American boxer, who was called ``the real McCoy'' to distinguish him from another boxer of that name]
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McCoy
noun
the real McCoy real thing, genuine article This isn't just sparkling wine, it's the real McCoy.
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