WOT Meaning and
Definition
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"Wot" is a colloquial variant of the word "what" and primarily used in informal or nonstandard speech. It is commonly found in certain dialects and regional accents, particularly in England and Scotland.
As a noun, "wot" refers to an individual's understanding or comprehension of a particular thing or situation. It signifies one's knowledge or awareness of some information or facts. For instance, if someone asks, "Do you know wot time it is?" they are inquiring about the other person's knowledge of the current time.
When used as a verb, "wot" indicates an action of learning, perceiving, or becoming aware. It represents the process of gaining knowledge or acquiring information regarding something. For example, the phrase "I wot not" suggests that the speaker does not have any knowledge or understanding of what is being discussed.
Furthermore, "wot" can also serve as an interjection expressing surprise, confusion, or disbelief. In this context, it can convey astonishment or incredulity about a given situation or statement. For instance, someone might exclaim, "Wot! You've never been to the beach before?" to express astonishment at the notion that someone has never visited a beach.
In summary, "wot" is a nonstandard variation of "what" that functions as a noun, verb, or interjection, representing understanding, knowledge, learning, surprise, or confusion depending on the context.
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The pt. of wit, to know; to be aware.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
Common Misspellings for WOT
Etymology of WOT
The word "wot" is a contraction of the archaic form of the verb "to wit". Its etymology can be traced back to Old English, where "witan" meant "to know" or "to be aware of". Over time, it evolved into "iwis" in Middle English, which ultimately contracted to "wot". The term has mostly fallen out of use in contemporary English but can sometimes be found in literature or poetry, especially when aiming to convey an old-fashioned or poetic style.
Conjugate verb Wot
CONDITIONAL
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CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS
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CONDITIONAL PERFECT
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CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS
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FUTURE
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IMPERATIVE
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PAST
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PAST CONTINUOUS
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PAST PARTICIPLE
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PAST PERFECT
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PRESENT
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PRESENT CONTINUOUS
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PRESENT PARTICIPLE
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PRESENT PERFECT
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