GNU Collaborative International Dictionary of English

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   Shyness, n. The quality or state of being shy. [Written also shiness.]
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   Frequency in heavenly contemplation is particularly important to prevent a shyness bewtween God and thy soul.
   Baxter.
   
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   Syn. -- Bashfulness; reserve; coyness; timidity; diffidence. See Bashfulness.
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