A okay
[ey-oh-key] /ˈeɪ oʊˈkeɪ/
adjective, adverb
informal. ok; perfect:
an a-ok rocket launching.
also, a-o.k. a-okay.
a-ok
adjective
(informal, mainly us) in perfect working order; excellent
word origin
c20: from a(ll systems) ok
a-ok
1961, said to be an abbreviation of all (systems) ok; popularized in the jargon of u.s. astronauts. see ok.
adjective
proceeding or functioning properly; giving no cause for worry; copacetic, go: your x rays are a-ok
adverb
: the plan’s going a-ok (1960s+ sp-ce travel)
in perfect condition or order
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