"caramba" meaning in English

See caramba in All languages combined, or Wiktionary

Interjection

IPA: [kaˈɹam.ba]
Etymology: Borrowed from Spanish caramba, a euphemism for the real expletive carajo. Etymology templates: {{bor|en|es|caramba}} Spanish caramba, {{m|es|carajo}} carajo Head templates: {{en-interj}} caramba
  1. (non-vulgar) Exclamation of surprise or dismay.; golly! Synonyms: wow, dammit
    Sense id: en-caramba-en-intj-M7aA7sCB Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header

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