yt Meaning & Definition
What Does Yt Mean?
Yt is used as an adjective meaning Alternative spelling of white (“Caucasian”). As a noun, it means Alternative spelling of whitey (“Caucasian person”). As a conjunction, it means Abbreviation of that.
Word Facts for Yt
| Part of speech | adjective, noun, conjunction |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /waɪt/ |
| Synonyms | fair and pale |
| Antonyms | black, nonwhite and unwhite |
Yt Definition (Adjective)
- Alternative spelling of white (“Caucasian”).
Yt as a Noun
- Alternative spelling of whitey (“Caucasian person”).
Yt as a Conjunction
- Abbreviation of that.
Adjective
- Bright and colourless; reflecting equal quantities of all frequencies of visible light.
Write in black ink on white paper.
- (sometimes capitalized) Of or relating to Caucasians, people of European descent with light-coloured skin.
- Designated for use by Caucasians.
white drinking fountain
- Relatively light or pale in colour.
white birch
- Pale or pallid, as from fear, illness, etc.
- (of a person or skin) Lacking coloration (tan) from ultraviolet light; not tanned.
- (of coffee or tea) Containing cream, milk, or creamer.
- The standard denomination of the playing pieces of a board game deemed to belong to the white set, no matter what the actual colour.
The white pieces in this set are in fact made of light green glass.
- Pertaining to an ecclesiastical order whose adherents dress in white habits; Cistercian.
- Honourable, fair; decent.
- Grey, as from old age; having silvery hair; hoary.
- Characterized by freedom from that which disturbs, and the like; fortunate; happy; favourable.
- Regarded with especial favour; favourite; darling.
- Pertaining to constitutional or anti-revolutionary political parties or movements.
- (of tea) Made from immature leaves and shoots.
- Not containing characters; see white space.
- Said of a symbol or character outline, not solid, not filled with color. Compare black.
- Characterised by the presence of snow.
a white Christmas
Conjunction
- Introducing a clause which is the subject or object of a verb (such as one involving reported speech), or which is a complement to a previous statement.
He told me that the book is a good read.
- Introducing a subordinate clause expressing a reason or cause: because, in that.
Be glad that you have enough to eat.
- Introducing a subordinate clause that expresses an aim, purpose or goal ("final"), and usually contains the auxiliaries may, might or should: so, so that.
- Introducing — especially, but not exclusively, with an antecedent like so or such — a subordinate clause expressing a result, consequence or effect.
The noise was so loud that she woke up.
- Introducing a premise or supposition for consideration: seeing as; inasmuch as; given that; as would appear from the fact that.
- Introducing a subordinate clause modifying an adverb.
How often did she visit him? — Twice that I saw.
- Introducing an exclamation expressing a desire or wish.
Oh that spring would come!
- Introducing an exclamation expressing a strong emotion such as sadness or surprise.
Synonyms of Yt
Yt synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Yt
Yt in a Sentence
Write in black ink on white paper.
white drinking fountain
white birch
The white pieces in this set are in fact made of light green glass.
a white Christmas
He told me that the book is a good read.
Be glad that you have enough to eat.
The noise was so loud that she woke up.
How often did she visit him? — Twice that I saw.
Oh that spring would come!
Word Forms & Grammar
yt
Origin of Yt
Origin 1: From the pronunciation of y (/waɪ/) + t (/t/ or /tiː/).
Origin 2: Abbreviation of þat (“that”), the letter y takes the place of the old letter thorn (þ), as in ye for þe (“the”).
Frequently Asked Questions About Yt
Is yt an adjective or a noun?
Yt is mainly used as an adjective, but it can also be used as a noun and a conjunction.
What is another word for yt?
Close synonyms of yt are fair and pale. See the full list of yt synonyms and antonyms.