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ay Definition and Meaning in English (ay definition)

interjection
Synonyms:yesindeedaye
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Ay definition: An exclamation used to express agreement or affirmation, often in an archaic or informal context, similar to 'yes' or 'indeed'.

Definitions of Ay

  1. 1interjection(informal)

    An exclamation used to express agreement or affirmation, often in an archaic or informal context, similar to 'yes' or 'indeed'.

  2. 2interjection(colloquial)

    An exclamation used to call attention or to express surprise, similar to 'hey' or 'oh'.

Example Sentences

casual

“Ay, I agree with your decision.”

literary

“Ay, there's the rub!”

casual

“Ay, listen to what I have to say.”

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Ay definition: An exclamation used to express agreement or affirmation, often in an archaic or informal context, similar to 'yes' or 'indeed'.
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'Ay' translates to 'ay' in English. Ay definition: An exclamation used to express agreement or affirmation, often in an archaic or informal context, similar to 'yes' or 'indeed'.
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