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intj · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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  • /ɡædˈzuːks/
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  • rhymes with -uːks

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intj

Meaning 1

An expression of surprise, shock, etc.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: archaic

Qualifier: minced oath

No example sentence was provided for this meaning.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

Minced form of God's hooks, a reference to the nails of the crucifixion of Christ.

Across languages

Translations

12 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Czech: jejdanánku — Translations
  • Czech: jémine — Translations
  • Czech: božíčku — Translations
  • Czech: šmankote — Translations
  • Spanish: por los clavos de Cristo — Translations
  • Spanish: recórcholis — Translations
  • Spanish: córcholis — Translations
  • Spanish: carape — Translations
  • Spanish: caracho — Translations
  • Spanish: caramba — Translations
  • Spanish: repámpanos — Translations
  • Spanish: pamplinas — Translations