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yay

interjection
\ ˈyā How to pronounce yay (audio) \

Definition of yay

—used to express joy, approval, or excitement

Examples of yay in a Sentence

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 Victoria Beckham is teaming up with Estée Lauder on a second collection (yay!), and the popular Eye Foils are making a return with two brand-new shades: Blonde Gold (above) and Burnt Anise (a charcoal). — Devon Abelman, Allure, "The Most Exciting Beauty Launches for Fall 2017," 18 Aug. 2017 Easy genetic modification could mean cures for cancer (yay!), kitty-sized pigs (squee!), and, yes, designer babies (ack). — Anna Vlasits, WIRED, "Crispr Creator Jennifer Doudna on the Promises—and Pitfalls—of Easy Genetic Modification," 18 May 2017

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First Known Use of yay

1963, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of yay was in 1963

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yay

interjection
How to pronounce yay (audio)

English Language Learners Definition of yay

—used to express joy, approval, or excitement

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