ay
1 Americanadverb
interjection
adverb
interjection
Etymology
Origin of ay1
1150–1200; Middle English ei, ai < Scandinavian; compare Old Norse ei, cognate with Old English ā ever
Origin of ay2
Middle English word dating back to 1300–50
Example Sentences
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The novel's adaptation for the small screen by the Istanbul-based production company Ay Yapım is a reflection of the rude health of Turkey's film industry.
From Barron's
“Ay nt.! My Togbe was most at home on the water. It kept him strong. He taught me more about it than anyone else!”
From Literature
Ay, you who are elegant and beautiful .
From Literature
“Ay, Elena, I would have been fine,” Tía Beatriz told Natalie’s mother.
From Literature
He has worked with other more prominent artists and appeared on a track, “Ay Caramba.”
From Los Angeles Times
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