A common expression of disappointment.
Crumbs
Example Sentences
"You should hear how they use 'Crumbs' in Britain."
"It's quite common to say 'Crumbs' in the UK."
Etymology & History
British bread bits or exclamation. British dual food and surprise meaning. Toast crumbs British. 'Crumbs!' British mild oath. Middle-class British euphemism. Reflects British food and oath vocabulary.
Word Details
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Region
General British
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Era
Modern
โ ๏ธ
Language
Moderate
๐ฌ
Formality
Informal
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