Ahey

/əˈheɪ/ interjection

An archaic or nautical exclamation used to hail, greet, or attract the attention of someone, similar to 'ahoy.'

Related to 'ahoy,' from nautical tradition; possibly from Dutch 'hoi' or Scandinavian origins. It's an interjection used primarily by sailors and in maritime contexts.

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