how now? elliptical for ‘How is it now?’ Often used interjectionally. archaic.
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释义 | the mind > attention and judgement > enquiry > expressing inquiry [interjection] (7) how now?c1380 how now? elliptical for ‘How is it now?’ Often used interjectionally. archaic. ha1597 Used as an interjectional interrogative; esp. after a question; = eh, int. 2 (Chiefly in Shakespeare.) eh1773 An interjectional interrogative particle; often inviting assent to the sentiment expressed. aye1779 Chiefly regional (esp. Scottish, Irish English, Welsh English, and English regional (northern)). As a question-tag at the end of a sentence… hunh1935 Used as an intensifier after a question. uh1977 = eh, int. 3. Subcategories:— strongly (1) |
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