English Explanatory Dictionary

alack

English dictionary entry

Meanings

intj
  1. An expression of sorrow or mourning.

Pronunciation

/əˈlæk/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-alack.wav

Word forms

alack alacke 'lack

Etymology

From Middle English alacke, alagge, probably from ah + lack.

Synonyms

alackaday alas

Derived words

alack and alas alas and alack
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