a. for what reason, purpose, or cause?: why are you here?. b. (used in indirect questions): tell me why you're here.

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an introductory expression of surprise, disagreement, indignation, etc: why, don't be silly! Etymology: Old English hwī; related to Old Norse hvī, Gothic hveileiks what kind of, Latin quī

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