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Oy vs. Oi

Oy and Oi Definitions

Oy

Used especially to express irritation, dismay, sorrow, or self-pity.

Oi

Used as a greeting or to attract someone's attention.

Oy

An exclamation typically expressing mild frustration or expressing feelings of uncertainty or concern.

Oi

Said to get someone's attention; hey.
Oi, you with the red hat – what do you think you're doing?
Oi! Stop that!

Oy

Alternative spelling of oi

Oi

An expression of surprise.
Oi! This is new!
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Oi

An informal greeting, similar to hi.
Oi! How's it going?

Oi

Alternative spelling of oy

Oi

Alternative spelling of oy

Oi

A working-class punk rock subgenre of the 1970s, sometimes associated with racism.

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