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ado

noun \ə-ˈdü\

: foolish or unnecessary talk, trouble, or activity

Full Definition of ADO

1
:  heightened fuss or concern :  to-do
2
:  time-wasting bother over trivial details <wrote the paper without further ado>
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Origin of ADO

Middle English, from at do, from at + don, do to do
First Known Use: 14th century
ADO Defined for Kids

ado

noun \ə-ˈdü\

Definition of ADO for Kids

:  foolish or unnecessary trouble, activity, or excitement

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