"Aah, Bisto" meaning in English

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Interjection

Forms: ! [canonical]
Etymology: From the catchphrase of a long-running advertising campaign for Bisto brand gravy granules. Head templates: {{en-interj|head=Aah, Bisto!}} Aah, Bisto!
  1. (UK) An expression of enjoyment of a pleasant aroma; a general expression of relaxed satisfaction. Wikipedia link: Bisto Tags: UK
    Sense id: en-Aah,_Bisto-en-intj-iRD6SlvG Categories (other): British English, English entries with incorrect language header

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