An exclamation of surprise, similar to “My goodness!” or “Wow!”
Blimey
Example Sentences
"Blimey! That was close!"
"Blimey, I didn't expect to see you here!"
Etymology & History
British exclamation of surprise. Shortened from 'Blind me!' or 'God blind me!' Cockney origin, spread widely. Less forceful than 'bloody'. Cross-class British exclamation.
Word Details
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Region
London/Cockney
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Era
Modern
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Language
Mild
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Formality
Informal
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