adjective
General Slang
dadgum
DAD-gum · adjective · informal
A mild, polite curse word.
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Definitions
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A softened expletive used for emphasis or frustration, as in "dadgum truck."
“This dadgum lawnmower won't start.”
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dadgum In A Sentence
This dadgum lawnmower won't start.
Origin & Usage
Southern/Appalachian minced oath, a euphemistic reshaping of "goddamn."
People Also Ask
What does "dadgum" mean?
It's a mild, polite curse used for emphasis or frustration, standing in for "goddamn."
Is "dadgum" a bad word?
No. It's a minced oath, so it lets you vent without actually swearing.
Where is "dadgum" used?
It's common in Southern and Appalachian American speech.
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