MCCOY

the genuine article; the person or thing as represented. From the phrase the real McCoy, which originated in Scotland as the real Mackay and referred to people and things of the highest quality, and in particular to a brand of whiskey. Later, in America, the phrase was used in reference to an outstanding boxer by the name of McCoy, retaining its basic meaning of "the real thing." —SHSBC Binder 20 Approved Glossary, —SHSBC Binder 23 Approved Glossary, —SHSBC Binder 27 Approved Glossary, —FPRD Glossary (approved 30-8-90)

the genuine article; the person or thing as represented. From the phrase the real McCoy, which originated in Scotland as the real Mackay and referred to people and things of the highest quality, and in particular to a brand of whiskey. Later, in America, the phrase was used in reference to an outstanding boxer by the name of McCoy, retaining its basic meaning of "the real thing."