gosh
|gosh|
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/ɡɑːʃ/
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/ɡɒʃ/
mild surprise
Etymology
Etymology Information
'gosh' originates from English, specifically as a euphemistic alteration of 'God,' used to avoid blasphemy.
Historical Evolution
'gosh' evolved from the English word 'God' as a way to express surprise without using the deity's name directly.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it was used as a euphemism for 'God,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/01/21 18:21