aw

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Pronunciation

• (British, America) IPA: /ɔː/
• (Canada, America) IPA: /ɑː/
• (NYC) IPA: [ɔə], [oə], [ʊə]

Interjection

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!

Noun

aw (plural aws)

1. An instance of aw#Interjection.

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