ZOUNDS

Etymology

Interjection

zounds

(mostly dated) Expressing anger, surprise, assertion etc.

Synonyms

• 'swounds

• 'dswounds

• zooterkins

Source: Wiktionary


Zounds, interj. Etym: [Contracted from God's wounds.]

Definition: An exclamation formerly used as an oath, and an expression of anger or wonder.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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