Kay
Americannoun
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Arthurian Legend. Sir Kay, the rude, boastful foster brother and seneschal of Arthur.
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Ulysses Simpson 1917–1995, U.S. composer.
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a female or male given name: from a Greek word meaning “rejoice.”
noun
Example Sentences
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In other words, the Angels could not essentially re-try the criminal case against Kay, which eliminated their need to keep Kay’s appeals effort alive.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026
There is less incentive to fight for an A in a notoriously rigorous course, says freshman Kay Hwang, when students can just take an easier alternative.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026
“Customers will be demanding a change from the current models for sure. I do think that revenue models will be challenged,” said Kathy Kay, executive vice president and chief information officer of Principal Financial Group.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026
Vernon Kay is one of the favourites to replace Mills.
From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026
Kay took off Merlyn’s hat and put it on Sir Ector, and Sir Ector said, “Well, bless my soul, now I am a nigroman- cer. Hocus-Pocus.”
From "The Once and Future King" by T. H. White
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