criminy

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Etymology[edit]

A minced oath from "Christ's money", in reference to the silver that Judas was paid for betraying Jesus.

Pronunciation[edit]

  • IPA(key): /ˈkɹaɪ.mɪ.ni/, /ˈkɹɪ.mɪ.ni/

Interjection[edit]

criminy

  1. A minced oath that expresses surprise or impatience.

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