aye

Definition

  • noun: a yes vote
  • noun: an affirmative vote or voter
  • used especially in Scotland and in the language of sailors.
  • synonyms: yes, yea, always

Examples

  • We have six nays and 12 'ayes', so 'the ayes have it'. [=the “yes” votes win]

  • The sailor said “'Aye, aye', sir!” when the captain gave him a command.

  • All in favor, say “'aye'.”

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