lawks

British  

/ lɔːks /

interjection

1. an expression of surprise or dismay

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Etymology

Origin of lawks

C18: variant of Lord!, probably influenced in form by _alack

Example Sentences

But – lawks, alive, what laughs Pip! – there's a mix up and gay British singer Boy George turns up instead.

From The Guardian • Jul. 20, 2012

"The mother died a few days afterwards; the child is our Harry; and I came to ask you—but, good lawks!"

From Captain Bayley's Heir: A Tale of the Gold Fields of California by Paget, H. M. (Henry Marriott)

“Oh, lawks, Master Bob!” screamed the frightened Dick in answer to this.

From Bob Strong's Holidays Adrift in the Channel by Greene, John B.