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Oi etymology
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English word oi comes from Yiddish אוי (Oh, ah, ugh, oy.)
Etymology of oi
Detailed word origin of oi
Dictionary entry
Language
Definition
אוי
Yiddish
(yid)
Oh, ah, ugh, oy.
oy
English
(en)
An exclamation typically expressing mild frustration or expressing feelings of uncertainty or concern.
oi
English
(en)