haw
0 antonyms and opposites of haw, grouped by meaning.
Noun — The small red fruit of the hawthorn tree.
How to use haw
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
The fruit sense comes from Old English haga, related to "hedge"; the hesitation sound and turn command are separate, older interjections imitating natural sounds.
Full origin of haw →Frequently asked questions
What does “haw” mean?
The word “haw” means the small red fruit of the hawthorn tree. In plain terms, mainly the berry of the hawthorn bush, or a hesitating sound (as in "hem and haw").
How do you pronounce “haw”?
“Haw” is pronounced haw (/hɔː/ in IPA).
How do you use “haw” in a sentence?
Here is “haw” used in a sentence: “Birds strip the hedgerow of haws by late autumn.”
What part of speech is “haw”?
Depending on how it is used, “haw” can be a noun and an intj.
Where does the word “haw” come from?
The word “haw” comes from Old English. The fruit sense comes from Old English haga, related to "hedge"; the hesitation sound and turn command are separate, older interjections imitating natural sounds.
How many meanings does “haw” have?
“Haw” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the small red fruit of the hawthorn tree.