ofay Meaning & Definition
/ˈoʊfeɪ/
What Does Ofay Mean?
As a noun, ofay means A white person. As an adjective, it means White; white-skinned.
Ofay: Key Facts
| Part of speech | noun, adjective |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈoʊfeɪ/ |
| Plural | ofays |
| Comparative / superlative | more ofay, most ofay |
Ofay Definition (Noun)
- A white person.
Ofay as an Adjective
- White; white-skinned.
Synonyms of Ofay
The source does not list synonyms for this entry.
Ofay synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
ofay (plural ofays)
ofay (comparative more ofay, superlative most ofay)
Origin of Ofay
Origin 1: Unknown; perhaps from an African language (possibly Yoruba ófé (“to evade, disappear”)).[1] Pig Latin for foe, though popularly posited, is probably not accurate.
Origin 2: A possible point of origin is Cab Calloway's Hepster's Dictionary, where the word is defined as "Policeman or law enforcement, 'The Man'".
Common Questions About Ofay
Is ofay a noun or an adjective?
Ofay is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as an adjective.
What is the plural of ofay?
The plural of ofay is ofays.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of ofay?
The comparative form is more ofay and the superlative form is most ofay.