"Holy god" equals "God holy", and the contraction god + holy produces "golly".
That's it: "golly" is a contraction of those two words. Hence, it literally means "Holy god".
That's it: "golly" is a contraction of those two words. Hence, it literally means "Holy god".
(doing mountain climbing for the very first time) Golly, I'm scared!
(watching puppies playing) Golly, this is too cute to watch!
(watching puppies playing) Golly, this is too cute to watch!
by Sampayu June 17, 2020

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by josephrobinettebidenjr March 9, 2023

Snob 1: Charles did you hear? Margaret sadly passed away last night.
Snob 2: Golly gosh Harold, that is terrible news.
Snob 2: Golly gosh Harold, that is terrible news.
by TheRostifer July 2, 2014

A minced oath from the 40's and 50's, now used a little more ironically.
An exclamation, akin to "Oh, gosh!" or "Oh my God", used to express frustration, disbelief, or unbelievable tiredness. Can also be said in reaction to someone jumping out of your closet and scaring the shit out of you.
More often used by chicks than guys, but your mileage may vary. Best when pronounced with a Wisconson accent.
An exclamation, akin to "Oh, gosh!" or "Oh my God", used to express frustration, disbelief, or unbelievable tiredness. Can also be said in reaction to someone jumping out of your closet and scaring the shit out of you.
More often used by chicks than guys, but your mileage may vary. Best when pronounced with a Wisconson accent.
by freakydeakscale February 10, 2010

by Keithing June 16, 2017
