Simple Definition of interjection

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interjection

noun

plural interjections
grammar : a spoken word, phrase, or sound that expresses sudden or strong feeling
interjections such as "oh," "alas," and "wow"

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“Interjection.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/interjection. Accessed 22 Jun. 2026.

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