What (who) is oi-ya - definition
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oi-ya
Meant to imitate the sound of whining.
It's not that big a deal, don't oi-ya about it.
It's not that big a deal, don't oi-ya about it.
oi
In informal situations, people say or shout 'oi' to attract someone's attention, especially if they are angry. (BRIT)
Oi! You lot! Shut up!
EXCLAM
oi
¦ exclamation (also oy) Brit. informal used to attract someone's attention, especially in a rough or angry way.
Origin
1930s: var. of hoy1.
