"oh my stars" meaning in English

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Interjection

Head templates: {{en-interj}} oh my stars
  1. An expression of surprise or astonishment. Synonyms: wow, my stars
    Sense id: en-oh_my_stars-en-intj-kAv12fI7 Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header

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