English Dictionary

yes and no

phrase

Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see yes, and, no. / An answer in reply to a yes-no question, indicating there is no simple "yes" or "no" answer

Do you want to go to the party? Yes and no.

意味（1）

Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see yes, and, no.

You can only use yes and no answers.

意味（2）

An answer in reply to a yes-no question, indicating there is no simple "yes" or "no" answer

Is she happy? — Yes and no, hard to say.