Mo

/moʊ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A unit of time equal to a moment or short period.

I'll be there in a mo, just finishing up.

Informal term for a mood or a state of being.

She's in a mo today, best to give her some space.

A term used in British slang to mean a little or a small amount.

Can you give me a mo of your time to discuss this?

abbreviation

Short for 'moment' in informal contexts.

Wait a mo, I'll be right back.

The word 'mo' derives from 'moment', originating in late 19th century British slang.

in a mo:

In a moment; shortly.

just a mo:

Just a moment; a brief pause.

hold on a mo:

Wait for a moment.

A term used to describe a casual or brief interaction.

We had a quick mo before the meeting started.

An expression of time, often implying laid-back or relaxed attitude.

Take a mo and relax.