—adv.
1 or rather; and even; and more than that (impressive, nay, magnificent).
2 archaic = NO(2) adv. 1.
—n.
1 the word 'nay'.
2 a negative vote (counted 16 nays).
Etymology: ME f. ON nei f. ne not + ei AYE(2)
Useful english dictionary. 2012.
Useful english dictionary. 2012.