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):

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Interjection

gorblimey

1. (UK, Ireland, Commonwealth) Expressing surprise, anger, etc.

Synonyms

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