"my sainted uncle" meaning in English

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Interjection

Head templates: {{en-interj}} my sainted uncle
  1. (UK) An expression of surprise or alarm. Tags: UK Synonyms: my sainted aunt
    Sense id: en-my_sainted_uncle-en-intj-l~6xKUPd Categories (other): British English, English entries with incorrect language header

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