aw

exclamation4

1. •
   showing that the speaker feels disappointed or upset about something

   • Aw, that's too bad...
2. •
   Used to express mild protest, entreaty, consternation, or disapproval.

   • Aw, dad, why can't we go to Legoland?
3. •
   Used to express affection.

   • Aw, you've got such a cute baby bird!
4. •
   Used to anticipate reporting to a person in authority that the listener has done something wrong.

   • Aww, you said a bad word!

noun1

1. •
   An instance of aw.

   • Mr. McGuire, 64, a retired science teacher and two-term incumbent on the Town Council, selected a card, the six of hearts, drawing approving oos and aws from his supporters. — 2009

noun1

1. •
   Initialism of autumn/winter; often followed by a year.