Mayn't
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈmeɪnt/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Mayn't is a verb meaning (archaic) may not (negative auxiliary).
Meaning
(archaic) may not (negative auxiliary).
Example Sentences
"Yes, we went to school in the sea, though you mayn't believe it—"
I mayn't have much head, master, but I’ve head enough to remember those that use me ill.
You mayn't hardly believe it, but at the present moment I am absolutely without a farthing.
"Now, father," said Nancy, "is there any call for you to go home to tea? Mayn't you just as well stay with us?--such a beautiful evening as it's likely to be."
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