<p><strong>Verb</strong></p><ul><li>(used with object) to influence or persuade to do something by gentle urging, smooth talk, flattery, etc.: He tried to coax her to sing, but she refused.</li><li>to obtain by coaxing: We coaxed the secret from him.</li><li>to manipulate to a desired end by adroit handling or persistent effort: He coaxed the large chair through the door.</li><li>Obsolete: to fondle.</li><li>to fool; deceive.</li><li>(used without object) to use gentle persuasion.</li></ul>