Definition of yes
(Entry 1 of 2)
1
—used as a function word to express assent or agreement are you ready? Yes, I am
2
—used as a function word usually to introduce correction or contradiction of a negative assertion or direction don't say that! Yes, I will
3
—used as a function word to introduce a more emphatic or explicit phrase
4
—used as a function word to indicate uncertainty or polite interest or attentiveness
yes
noun
plural yeses also yesses
Definition of yes (Entry 2 of 2)
: an affirmative reply : yea
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The first known use of yes was before the 12th century
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