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strewth

/ (struːθ) /
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Definition of strewth

interjection
an expression of surprise or dismay
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Word Origin for strewth

C19: alteration of God's truth

Words nearby strewth

streusel, streuselkuchen, strew, strewment, strewn, strewth, stria, striae atrophicae, striae gravidarum, striate, striate body
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How to use strewth in a sentence

  • If you bloomin bearers goes cartin me into the way o stoppin another one—strewth, Ill come back an aunt yer.

    Grapes of wrath|Boyd Cable

  • When it came nearer there was a shout, "Strewth, it's a Jerry plane."

    500 of the Best Cockney War Stories|Various

  • And if yer wants a bit of bread yer awsks for pain, strewth!

    "Contemptible"|"Casualty"

  • Cyril heard "Strewth," and "biggest draw you ever, so help me!"

    Five Children and It|E. Nesbit
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