yow

American  

[you] / yaʊ /

interjection

1. (an exclamation or shout of pain, dismay, etc.)

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Etymology

Origin of yow

late Middle English word dating back to 1400–50

Example Sentences

Despite the rising proportion of electric vehicles, Yow thinks the market underestimates the resiliency of Perodua’s market share, estimated around 44%.

From The Wall Street Journal

"Yow!" cried Jeremy, jumping back.

From Literature

“I’ve not only seen growth in terms of her off-the-court leadership and accountability, but she’s become more versatile too,” Cummings said after the Knights overcame a 12-point deficit in the last four minutes of regulation to beat San Jose Archbishop Mitty 96-87 in double overtime Jan. 10 in the Kay Yow Showcase at Mater Dei.

From Los Angeles Times

Kaleena Smith scored 50 points, including 14 after regulation, to lead Ontario Christian to a 96-87 double-overtime triumph over San José Archbishop Mitty in a high-noon showdown between the top two teams in the state Saturday in the featured game of the Kay Yow Showcase at Mater Dei.

From Los Angeles Times

“Yow! Hmm, this is strange. I’m getting a message from someone long dead . . . someone whose name starts with the letter A . . . ah . . . ah. . . .”

From Literature