ay
The origin and history of ay.
Etymology
From Middle English variants such as ei and ey, an old exclamation of pain or surprise, likely shaped by imitation of the natural sound people make when hurt.
The origin and history of ay.
From Middle English variants such as ei and ey, an old exclamation of pain or surprise, likely shaped by imitation of the natural sound people make when hurt.
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