often capitalized, often attributive
1
a : the 15th letter of the English alphabet
b : a graphic representation of this letter
c : a speech counterpart of orthographic o
2
: a graphic device for reproducing the letter o
3
: one designated o especially as the 15th in order or class
4
: something shaped like the letter O less common spelling of oh
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—used to express an emotion (such as surprise or desire) or in response to physical stimuli Oh, no! I forgot my key.Oh, don't stop! 2
—used in direct address oh, waiter! Will you come here, please? 3
—used to express acknowledgment or understanding of a statement Oh, yes. It's one of my favorite cities. 4
—used to introduce an example or approximation Their house is about, oh, I'd say four miles from here.