gorblimey
English
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editEtymology
editRepresenting a Cockney pronunciation of God blind me!; traditionally, people would curse using contractions rather than breaking the third commandment (Do not use the Lord's name in vain oaths). Compare strewth, zounds, 'sblood.
Pronunciation
edit- (UK) IPA(key): /ɡɔːˈblaɪ.mi/
Audio (Southern England): (file)
Interjection
editgorblimey
Synonyms
edit- (expression of surprise): See Thesaurus:wow
- (expression of anger): See Thesaurus:dammit