SINCE 1828
ew
interjection
\ ˈiu̇
, ˈē-ü\
, ˈē-ü\
Definition of ew
(Entry 1 of 2)
—used to express disgust at something distasteful or repellent (such as a bad odor) Ew, what's that smell?
EW
abbreviationDefinition of EW (Entry 2 of 2)
enlisted woman
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