As a southerner that has been in war torn countries and seen children suffering, "Bless your heart" has it's true meaning. "Bless your heart" is a is a statement of empathy. Most Southerners shed a tear when they speak those words. True, at times they are offered for fools, such as those who can't understand the true meaning of the words. More's the pity! Bless your heart!
I came upon a child that was scared and burned. I cried, saying, "Bless your heart" as I pulled out my MEDKIT and prayed that I could ease her suffering!
by SouthernVet September 14, 2018
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Southernese for "f-you".
You can't come to work today because your mother died, your dog ran away and someone stoled your truck? Oh, Bless your heart.
by Western Woman May 8, 2010
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A term used prior to ridiculing, insulting the sensibilities of, or pointing out the shortcomings of someone. Used to soften the blow of a statement, and can render nearly any comment, no matter how brash or distasteful, socially acceptable.
Wife- Honey, do these jeans make me look fat?

Husband- Bless your heart, dear, but you've been a whale for the last ten years and I still can hardly believe you haven't imploded into a black hole due to the force of your gravity yet, so no matter what you wear, you'll still be a walking pork rind.
by Rexxx37 December 4, 2009
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A loving & empathetic expression conveying sympathy toward ones action or behavior. The obvious / better choice or action was not taken.
Jeff was sluffing school to much & didnt graduate. -Bless his heart.

Robin jumped on a box to crush it- slipped, landed on her arm, and broke it. -Bless her heart.
I was out in the cold playing without a jacket, and got sick. -Bless your heart.
by Jefe.Robison December 24, 2019
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The southern way to say just about anything.

It can mean what an idiot, poor guy, awe that's so cute, etc.
Guy slips on banana peel

Old southern woman :Bless your heart.
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