oh
4 ENTRIES FOUND:
1
oh
/ˈoʊ/
interjection
1
oh
/ˈoʊ/
interjection
Britannica Dictionary definition of OH
1
— used to express surprise, happiness, disappointment, or sadness
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Oh, it's so windy out here!
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Oh, I'm so sorry to hear that.
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Oh no! I forgot my purse.
2
— used in response to a physical sensation (such as pain)
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Oh, that hurt.
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Oh, that does taste good.
3
also
O
— used to address someone directly
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Oh sir, you forgot your change.
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Oh, waiter! We'd like the bill, please
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Bless us, O Lord.
4
— used for emphasis when responding to a question or statement or when making a statement
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“Have you ever been to Venice?” “Oh, yes. It's one of my favorite cities.”
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“He's planning to change jobs.” “Oh? Really?”
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Oh all right. If you insist.
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Oh for some time to relax and read a book! [=I wish I had some time to relax and read a book]
5
— used to show that something is understood
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“I'm going to the dentist now.” “Oh, okay. I'll see you later.”
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“But I won't be available on Monday.” “Oh, I see. My mistake.”
6
— used during a pause in speaking
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Their house is about, oh, I'd say four miles from here.
plural
ohs
plural
ohs
Britannica Dictionary definition of OH
[count]
US
— used to show the way the number 0 is often pronounced
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The number is three, oh, nine. [=309]
