gosh

gosh · interjection

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Definitions

interjection

  1. 1.

    An exclamation expressing surprise, wonder, or mild emphasis; a euphemism for "God."

Phrases & expressions

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    oh gosh — An expression of surprise or dismay
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    gosh darn it — A euphemism for "God damn it"
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    by gosh — An emphatic exclamation
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    gosh almighty — A euphemism for "God almighty"

Related words

See also: gee, golly, goodness, wow
Synonyms: gee, golly, goodness, wow

Etymology

A euphemistic alteration of "God," used to avoid blasphemy or profanity. First recorded in the mid-18th century. Similar to "golly" and "gee" as minced oaths.