An expression of surprise or astonishment. Originally British, it now has a slightly satirical connotation.
Excuse me, but Madame appears to have been swept out to sea by a tidal wave.
Good Lord, Jeeves, that's appalling. Well, tell the maid to remove one place setting from the dining table.
Good Lord, Jeeves, that's appalling. Well, tell the maid to remove one place setting from the dining table.
by balblican July 17, 2004
An exclamation, such as "My god!" or "No way!" A corrupted religious statement that no longer has any religious ties, like "Oh my God!"
"You fell off a mountain and landed in a swamp, then were eaten alive by carnivorious shrimp? And you're still alive? Good Lord!"
by Ellie July 24, 2004
by HeeBee Gee Bee July 23, 2004
An exclamation of shock or indignation most commonly used when cussing is not a good idea, or used more frequently in rural areas.
by Auntie M July 19, 2004
by sarah may April 6, 2006
by me July 22, 2004
by cbeck July 20, 2004