interjection General Slang

jings

JINGZ · interjection · informal

An exclamation of surprise (mild)

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A mild exclamation of surprise or dismay, like 'gosh'.

“Jings, is that the time already?”
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jings In A Sentence

Jings, is that the time already?

Origin & Usage

Scots minced oath, a euphemistic alteration of 'Jesus'.

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What does 'jings' mean?

It's a mild Scots exclamation of surprise or dismay, roughly equivalent to 'gosh'.

Where does 'jings' come from?

It's a minced oath, a euphemistic alteration of 'Jesus'.

How do you use 'jings'?

As a startled exclamation, as in 'Jings, is that the time already?'

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