"nayward" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: From nay + -ward. Etymology templates: {{suffix|en|nay|ward}} nay + -ward Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} nayward (uncountable)
  1. (obsolete) A state of denial, disbelief; the negative side. Tags: obsolete, uncountable
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