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How do you spell Boycott?

Correct spelling

boycott

Remember Captain Boycott: boy-cott with double T like his surname.

Why is boycott spelled this way?

Named after Captain Charles Boycott, an Irish land agent whom tenants refused to deal with in 1880. His name became a verb within weeks — personal humiliation turned into universal protest.

Common misspellings of boycott

boycotboicottboycott

Example

The students decided to boycott the cafeteria until healthier options were added.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell boycott?+
The correct spelling is "boycott". Remember Captain Boycott: boy-cott with double T like his surname.
Is it boycot or boycott?+
The correct spelling is "boycott", not "boycot".

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