my word

English

Etymology

From upon my word, an oath.

Pronunciation

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Interjection

my word

1. (idiomatic, Australia, New Zealand, UK, dated, US, Canada) An expression of surprise.

   Synonyms: see Thesaurus:wow

   My word! What is that!?

2. (idiomatic, Australia, New Zealand, UK, dated, US, Canada) Indeed.

Translations

an expression of surprise

• Polish: masz babo placek (pl), nie mów