hain't
Americancontraction
Etymology
Origin of hain't
1830–40, originally contraction of have not, has not (with loss of consonant and compensatory lengthening of a ); influenced in use by ain't
Example Sentences
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Another brewery, Haint Blue, had sprouted up within walking distance of Serda, developed a reputation for exquisitely crafted specialty beers, then abruptly closed in late 2019.
From Washington Times • Jan. 9, 2021
Haint they set a price on our heads?
From The Three Brides, Love in a Cottage, and Other Tales by Durivage, Francis A. (Francis Alexander)
"Haint got no rope, Boss," dolefully declared Doright.
From Boy Scouts in Southern Waters by Ralphson, G. Harvey (George Harvey)
"Haint ye got a sweetheart back yonder in the big city?" she asked.
From The Nightrider's Feud by McConnell, Walter C.
Haint you got eyes that you can't see nothing?
From No Moss The Career of a Rolling Stone by Castlemon, Harry
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