"gorblimey" meaning in All languages combined

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Interjection [English]

IPA: /ɡɔːˈblaɪ.mi/ [UK] Audio: LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-gorblimey.wav
Etymology: Representing 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. Head templates: {{en-interj}} gorblimey
  1. (UK, Ireland, Commonwealth) Expressing surprise, anger, etc. Tags: Commonwealth, Ireland, UK Categories (topical): English minced oaths Synonyms: blimey, cor blimey, gawblimey, gawblimy, gor blimey, gorblimy Synonyms (expression of anger): dammit Synonyms (expression of surprise): wow

Alternative forms

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