Meaning of the word nay in English

What does nay mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

nay

US /neɪ/
UK /neɪ/

Noun

1.

a negative answer or vote.

Example:
the cabinet sits to give the final yea or nay to policies

Adverb

1.

or rather; and more than that (used to emphasize a more appropriate word than one just used).

Example:
it will take months, nay years
2.

no.

Example:
nay, I must not think thus
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