blimey

Definition

Used to express anger, excitement, surprise, etc.

Etymology

A minced oath derived from (God) blind me (either concurrent with or from a clipping of cor blimey or gorblimey), or blame me. Compare crivvens, drat, etc.

Example Sentences

• "Blimey! I didn’t see that!"
• "Blimey! Where did you come from?"
• "I know the chap that started the lie. There ain't no Invisible Man whatsoever—Blimey."