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zounds Definition and Meaning in English (zounds definition)

interjection
Synonyms:egadsgadzooksby Jove
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Zounds definition: An archaic exclamation used to express surprise, anger, or emphasis, originally a minced oath for 'God's wounds'.

Definitions of Zounds

  1. 1interjection(archaic)

    An archaic exclamation used to express surprise, anger, or emphasis, originally a minced oath for 'God's wounds'.

Example Sentences

dramatic, archaic

“Zounds, I never thought I'd see such a sight!”

dramatic, archaic

“Zounds, what a terrible turn of events!”

Synonyms

egadsgadzooksby Jovegood heavens

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Zounds definition: An archaic exclamation used to express surprise, anger, or emphasis, originally a minced oath for 'God's wounds'.
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'Zounds' translates to 'zounds' in English. Zounds definition: An archaic exclamation used to express surprise, anger, or emphasis, originally a minced oath for 'God's wounds'.
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