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from The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition.

  • interjection Used to express annoyance, anger, or dismay.

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  • interjection Used euphemistically for Christ as a mild expression of surprise.

Etymologies

from The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, 4th Edition

[Alteration of Christ.]

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