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English word origin

Etymology of yello

Perhaps blend of y(es) + (h)ello.

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Unnumbered source etymology

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intj

An informal greeting, especially when answering the phone.

Selected source glosses provide context, not a complete modern definition inventory

Perhaps blend of y(es) + (h)ello.

Relationships mentioned by the source

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  • Blend componentyesen
  • Blend componenthelloen
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