lumme

/ ˈlʌmɪ /

interjection

1. an exclamation of surprise or dismay

Word History and Origins

Origin of lumme¹

C19: alteration of Lord love me

Example Sentences

Lor lumme, sir, you ain't a-going out again to-night, are ye?

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"Lor' lumme," said the incensed Mr. Kidd, pushing Mr. Gibbs forward.

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Lumme, that do bring the war 'ome to a bloke, don't it, miss?

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"Lumme, if it ain't our sub-lootenant," exclaimed his benefactor.

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"Lumme," he said aloud to himself, "there's anuvver of 'em wiv knock-knees," and disillusionment cannot have been long delayed.

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