SINCE 1828
yo
interjection
\ ˈyō
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Definition of yo
(Entry 1 of 2)
—used especially to call attention, to indicate attentiveness, or to express affirmation
YO
abbreviationDefinition of YO (Entry 2 of 2)
year old; years old
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yo
interjection
English Language Learners Definition of yo
US, informal
—used especially to attract someone's attention, as a greeting, or in response to a greeting
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