bah

interjection

ˈbä How to pronounce bah (audio)
ˈba
Synonyms of bahnext
—used to express disdain or contempt

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web Even with some traditional holiday events cancelled, the season isn’t totally bah, humbug. —Will Coviello, NOLA.com, 4 Dec. 2020

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Word History

First Known Use

1600, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of bah was in 1600

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“Bah.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bah. Accessed 30 Mar. 2023.

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