This definition identifies the traditional use of this word. As demonstrated by the Twitter citations, the word has reappeared as an interjection: Wootz! Usage indicates the meaning is something akin to 'Wow!' or 'Do you believe that?' or 'That's amazing!' I don't know the origin, but it appears to be widespread.
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Scot commented on the word wootz
The Urban Dictionary reports the meaning as: "Adj - Used when describing something that is awful, appalling, gross or unpleasant."
July 20, 2009
Scot commented on the word wootz
The Urban Dictionary reports the meaning as: "Adj - Used when describing something that is awful, appalling, gross or unpleasant."
July 20, 2009
Scot commented on the word wootz
This definition identifies the traditional use of this word. As demonstrated by the Twitter citations, the word has reappeared as an interjection: Wootz! Usage indicates the meaning is something akin to 'Wow!' or 'Do you believe that?' or 'That's amazing!' I don't know the origin, but it appears to be widespread.
July 14, 2009