As a pronoun ow
is (label).
As a verb owe is
to be under an obligation to give something back to someone or to perform some action for someone.
ow
English
Usage notes
In everyday colloquial (spoken or written) usage, the sound may be lengthened, such as in the form , usually to indicate an increase in pain or distress.
Synonyms
* oww
* ouch
* owie
owe
English
Verb
(ow)
To be under an obligation to give something back to someone or to perform some action for someone.
*1854 , Dickens, Hard Times , Chapter 7:
*:He inherited a fair fortune from his uncle, but owed it all before he came into it, and spent it twice over immediately afterwards.
To have debt, to be in debt.
Usage notes
* The original past tense form was ought, which during Middle English began to be used with indefinite signification and has become a distinct verb. The original past participle has become the adjective own.
Anagrams
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