gey

[ gey ]

adverb

1. Scot. considerably; very.

gey

/ ɡaɪ; ɡəɪ /

adverb

1. dialect.
   (intensifier)

   it's gey cold

Word History and Origins

Origin of gey¹

First recorded in 1805–15; variant of gay

Word History and Origins

Origin of gey¹

variant of gay

Example Sentences

Dr. George Gey, a physician at the hospital, noticed that Lacks' cells reproduce at a very high rate, and began cultivating them for use in a broad range of medical research.

From Salon

On Jan. 21, Mr. Gey, the French designer, received an email from the captain of the Amadea.

From New York Times

Mr. Gey booked a flight and a hotel in St. Barts.

From New York Times

“Everything is under very strict nondisclosure agreements,” Mr. Gey said.

From New York Times

Mr. Gey is helping to oversee the local and international artisans restoring the interior of the mansion.

From New York Times