gosh
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English [edit]
Etymology [edit]
Euphemism (or minced oath) for god. First seen in 1757 as by gosh, probably from by gosse in Udall's Ralph Roister Doister (c. 1553)
Pronunciation [edit]
Interjection [edit]
gosh
- (euphemistic) A mild expression of surprise or enthusiasm as to be put in place of “God”, particularly in fear of saying the Lord’s name in vain.
- Gosh, I didn’t realize I’d cause so much trouble!
- Gosh I’d love to go to that concert!
Translations [edit]
mild expression of surprise or enthusiasm
