Strewth

//stɹuːθ// intj

intj ·Uncommon ·Advanced level

Definitions

Intj
  1. 1
    A mild oath expressing surprise or generally adding emphasis. Commonwealth, Ireland, UK

    "“Strewth! Here she is,” said the salesman."

Example

More examples

""How much does a pint cost?" "You barely get change from a tenner." "Strewth.""

Etymology

Minced form of God's truth. Compare zounds, blimey.

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