sowkin

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English[edit]

Etymology[edit]

Equivalent to soul +‎ -kin.

Noun[edit]

sowkin (plural sowkins)

  1. (archaic) A little soul.

Usage notes[edit]

  • Mainly used in on or upon my sowkins, an exclamation of surprise.
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