yessir

/ˈjɛsɜː(ɹ)/ · interjection

Meaning

Used to express assent, especially to a male superior.
Used to express emphatic affirmation.

Etymology / origin

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Related words

sir(English)mate(English)my man(English)shipmate(English)my dear fellow(English)champ(English)my boy(English)old man(English)

Descendant words

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Sources

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