moaty

English

Etymology

From moat +‎ -y.

Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /ˈməʊti/

Adjective

moaty (comparative more moaty, superlative most moaty)

1. (business, informal) Having a moat (aspect that makes it defensible from competitors).
   • 2007, Pat Dorsey, Morningstar Stocks 500: 2007, page 288:

     […] a moaty business if we have ever seen one, should continue to generate the lion's share of this company's operating profits.