Maltese word for
Christian Host used in Roman Catholic
mass as the body of Christ. The word is used nationwide as a means of highlighting one's feeling, especially during
heated arguments.
Il-ostja Madonna!! - Holy host Madonna!! (similar meaning to 'holy
shit!!')
Ha taghlqu dak l-ostja bieb?! - will you close that
fucking door?!
x'il-ostja qed tghid, ja pufta! - What the fuck are you saying, you fag!