A-OK

or A-O.K., A-O·kay

[ey-oh-key]

adjective, adverb

Informal. OK; perfect: an A-OK rocket launching.

Origin of A-OK

First recorded in 1955–60

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Related Words for a-ok

pleasant, satisfactory, acceptable, enjoyable, attractive, tempting, appetizing, splendid, foolproof, superb, ideal, pure, excellent, impeccable, satisfying, fair, solid, decent, gratifying, good

Examples from the Web for a-ok

Contemporary Examples of a-ok

Even Patrick Dempsey, who plays Dr. Derek Shepherd, would be A-OK with the series coming to an end.
Pull the Plug on 'Grey's Anatomy'
Anna Brand
August 16, 2013
And with that return, a confirmation: Facebook users, middle names are A-OK in Zuckerville.
Facebook Deactivates Salman Rushdie's Profile, Makes Him Use 'Ahmed'
Brian Ries
November 15, 2011

British Dictionary definitions for a-ok

A-OK

A-okay

adjective

informal, mainly US in perfect working order; excellent

Word Origin for A-OK

C20: from a (ll systems) OK

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Word Origin and History for a-ok

A-OK

1961, said to be an abbreviation of all (systems) OK; popularized in the jargon of U.S. astronauts. See OK.