Aye
WiktionaryText
Etymology 1
From , , cognate with Old English .
Interjection
- yes; yea; a word expressing assent, or an affirmative answer to a question.
Usage notes
It is much used in northern dialects of English (such as Geordie), Scottish English, voting in legislative bodies, etc., or in nautical contexts.
Noun
- An affirmative vote; one who votes in the affirmative.
- "To call for the ayes and nays;" "The ayes have it."