Phrase guide

quiet coyote

noun · verb · 3 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

A hand gesture used in classrooms to get students' attention, where a person forms a coyote with their hand by placing their thumb and two middle fingers together, while raising their pointer and little fingers like ears; a non-verbal signal for students to stop talking, close their mouths, and listen to the teacher.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: informal

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: silent fox

Antonyms: none provided

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verb

Meaning 2

To make or flash the quiet coyote hand gesture to request silence.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: informal

Examples

  • The teacher quiet coyoted the class.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

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verb

Meaning 3

To fall silent, adopt the pose, or comply with the quiet coyote gesture.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: informal

Examples

  • The kids quiet coyoted when the bell rang.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

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