An exclamation of astonishment or surprise.
Crikey
Example Sentences
"Crikey! Look at the size of that!"
"Crikey, that was close!"
Etymology & History
British exclamation of surprise. Euphemism for 'Christ!' 'Crikey!' expresses amazement. British oath softening.
Word Details
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Region
General British
๐
Era
Modern
โ ๏ธ
Language
Moderate
๐ฌ
Formality
Informal
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