Oughtn't
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈɔː.tn̩t/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Oughtn't is a verb meaning (UK, Ireland, Commonwealth) (US, Philippines, dated, rare) ought not (negative auxiliary).
Meaning
(UK, Ireland, Commonwealth) (US, Philippines, dated, rare) ought not (negative auxiliary).
Example Sentences
We ought to wake dad, oughtn't we?
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