- pronunciation:
- neI
- parts of speech:
- adverb, noun
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun), Homophone Note
| part of speech: |
adverb |
| definition: |
no (used to express disagreement, denial, or rejection, as in a vote).
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| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition: |
a vote in the negative, or one so voting.
two ayes and one nay- similar words:
- blackball, negative
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| related words: |
veto |
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Are you looking for the word
neigh (the sound of a horse)? The words
nay and
neigh sound alike but have different meanings.