nos
|nos|
B2
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/nɑːz/
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/nɒz/
multiple refusals
Etymology
Etymology Information
'nos' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'nās', where 'n-' meant 'not' and 'ās' meant 'yes'.
Historical Evolution
'nās' transformed into the Middle English word 'nos', and eventually became the modern English word 'nos'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not yes', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'multiple instances of no'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
plural form of 'no', used to indicate more than one negative response or refusal.
There were several nos from the audience when asked if they agreed.
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Noun 2
plural form of 'no', used to indicate more than one instance of the word 'no'.
The teacher counted the nos on the board.
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Last updated: 2025/06/25 05:48