Definition of woe
(Entry 1 of 2)
—used to express grief, regret, or distress
woe
noun
plural woes
Definition of woe (Entry 2 of 2)
1
: a condition of deep suffering from misfortune, affliction, or grief
2
: ruinous trouble : calamity, affliction
economic woes
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The first known use of woe was before the 12th century
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