aw

intj, noun — 5 senses

aw

intj

/ɔː/ · [ɔ̃ː ~ ɒ̃ː]

Etymology Natural exclamation.

1

Used to express disappointment or dismay.

Aw, that's too bad...

2

Used to express mild protest, entreaty, consternation, or disapproval.

Aw, dad, why can't we go to Legoland?

3

Used to express affection.

Aw, you've got such a cute baby bird!

4

Childish Used to anticipate reporting to a person in authority that the listener has done something wrong.

Aww, you said a bad word!

Derived terms: aw man, aw shucks, aw well

aw

noun

Etymology Natural exclamation.

1

An instance of aw.

Mr. McGuire, 64, a retired science teacher and two-term incumbent on the Town Council, selected a card, the six of hearts, drawing approving oos and aws from his supporters.2009 June 17, Randal C. Archibold, “Election at a Draw, Arizona Town Cuts a Deck”, in New York Times:

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