1. (Interjection.)
The Ebonics word for "Yo." Used normally as a greeting or to attract another individual's attention.
2. (Adverb.)
The Ebonics word for "Yes" used as a function word to express assent or agreement.
Person 1: "Yao, did you see the Texans beat San Deigo's *** last night 31-28?"
Person 2:"YAO!"
Person 1 used "Yao" in regarding to the first definition, while Person 2 uses "Yao" with respect to the second definition.
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