ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Yow

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ðaʊ/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Yow is a noun meaning Expression of pain; ouch.

Meaning

Expression of pain; ouch.

More Meanings

  1. Expression of humorous surprise or emphasis.
  2. (West Midlands) Alternative form of you.
  3. Alternative form of yowe.

Example Sentences

Yow! I dropped it on my toe!
You've been divorced four times? Yow!

Word Forms

Synonyms for yow

Depending on context, synonyms include ouch, youch.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include yano, yuen, yoho, wait, yawn, welp.

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