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/ɔːt/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does aught mean?

noun, verb

Aught is an archaic or poetic word for 'anything' or 'a thing'. It can also be used as a verb meaning 'to take or seize something'.

Example

"The old man aught the child by the hand and led him away."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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