I. verb (~d; pleasing) see: fluke Date: 14th century intransitive verb to afford or give pleasure or satisfaction, like , wish , to have the kindness , transitive verb to give pleasure to ; gratify , to be the will or pleasure of , ~r noun II. adverb Date: 1667 1. — used as a function word to express politeness or emphasis in a request 2. — used as a function word to express polite affirmation
3. — used as a function word to express scornful disagreement, disapproval, or disbelief