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gobsmack

To be completely dumbfounded or shocked. That I know of, its origins are Irish.

I have know idea what a "gob" is or why it is common practice to smack somebody with one when they are shocked.

It seems like a rude thing to do, though.
"Well, I'll be gobsmacked!" exclaimed the taxi driver, as he watched two sworn enemies hug.
by Yogi!! April 18, 2005
mugGet the gobsmackmug.

gobsmack

Irish (possibly only Dublin, I'm not sure) slang meaning to kiss someone without warning.
Random onlooker: OMG! He just gobsmacked her! That looked painful.
by Francie August 21, 2005
mugGet the gobsmackmug.

gobsmacker

A stupid word that was made up whilst playing a game of "Catchphrase". The contestant was adamant it was a word, the quiz-master didn't think so and said no. The contestant then went into a massive sulk over it and still believes it is a word to this day.
You're a gobsmacker
by Not getting Involved August 7, 2009
mugGet the gobsmackermug.

gobsmacked

To be kissed without having a say in the matter.
Did you hear Peter gobsmacked me last night? The only was he was ever going to get his lips on me.
by nvidic June 25, 2009
mugGet the gobsmackedmug.

gobsmack

to unexpectedly or suddenly hit someone or something in the mouth. Often done in anger or with the intent to injure. Almost always done with whatever is nearest at hand.
"I gobsmacked that bully with my biology book."
"Billy said he was not going to get off my new bike. I gobsmacked him into changing his mind with my book bag."
by R Lord February 8, 2008
mugGet the gobsmackmug.

Gobsmackation

You are penetrated by feelings of gobsmackation.
by Trip time 2023 November 3, 2023
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Gobsmacked

The moment Ashley walked into the room I was utterly and completely gobsmacked.
by msbreath December 31, 2023
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