sweet mother of pearl

English edit

Etymology edit

Of unknown origins. Attested from the late 19th century. Presumably a euphemism for sweet mother of God or sweet mother of Jesus, using mother-of-pearl.

Interjection edit

sweet mother of pearl

(chiefly US, dated) Good gracious; good heavens.

Synonyms edit

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