aw

aw · interjection

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Definitions

interjection

  1. 1.

    An exclamation expressing sympathy, tenderness, or sentimentality.

  2. 2.

    An exclamation expressing disappointment or mild frustration.

Related words

See also: ah, awe, oh
Synonyms: aah, aww, oh

Etymology

Onomatopoeic expression, imitating a natural vocal sound expressing emotion. First recorded in English in the early 20th century.