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eh
CIDE DICTIONARY
eh, interj. [OE. ei, ey.].
An expression of inquiry or slight surprise. [1913 Webster]
OXFORD DICTIONARY
eh, int. colloq.
1 expressing enquiry or surprise.
2 inviting assent.
3 asking for something to be repeated or explained.
1 expressing enquiry or surprise.
2 inviting assent.
3 asking for something to be repeated or explained.
Etymology
ME ey, instinctive exclam.
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