gorblimey

English

Alternative forms

blimey, cor blimey, gawblimey, gawblimy, gor blimey, gorblimy

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.

Pronunciation

(UK) IPA^(key): /ɡɔːˈblaɪ.mi/
Audio (Southern England) (file)

Interjection

gorblimey

(British, Ireland) Expressing surprise, anger, etc.

Synonyms

(expression of surprise): See Thesaurus:wow
(expression of anger): See Thesaurus:dammit

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