COAX

I. transitive verb Etymology: earlier cokes, from cokes simpleton Date: 1581 fondle , pet , to influence or gently urge by caressing or flattering ; wheedle , to draw, gain, or persuade by means of gentle urging or flattery , to manipulate with great perseverance and usually with considerable effort toward a desired state or activity , see: cajole II. noun Date: 1945 ~ial cable