adj. The possessive form of I1. 1. Used as a modifier before a noun: my boots; my accomplishments. 2. Used preceding various forms of polite, affectionate, or familiar address: My friend, you are so right. 3. Used in various interjectional phrases: My word! My goodness! interj. Used as an exclamation of surprise, pleasure, or dismay: Oh, my! What a tiring day! [Middle English mi, from Old English mīn; see me-1 in the Appendix of Indo-European roots. Interj., short for My God!.] |
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