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Oy

//ɔɪ// intj

Definitions

Intj
  1. 1
    An exclamation typically expressing mild frustration or expressing feelings of uncertainty or concern.
  2. 2
    Alternative spelling of oi (“hey, hi, yo”). alt-of, alternative

Etymology

Etymology 1

Borrowed from Yiddish אוי (oy, “oh, oy”).

Etymology 2

See the etymology of the corresponding lemma form.

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