Definition of "cozens" []

• Third-person singular simple present indicative form of cozen. (verb)

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• "Supped well, and the Doctor and I to bed together, calling cozens from his name and my office."
• "He consorts with all mortals and immortals: a little he profits, but continually throughout the dark night he cozens the tribes of mortal men."
• "The best is, he cozens you in a fair manner, and abuses you with great respect."