strewth
interjection
an expression of surprise or dismay
Nearby words
- streusel,
- streuselkuchen,
- strew,
- strewment,
- strewn,
- stria,
- striae,
- striae atrophicae,
- striae gravidarum,
- striate
Word Origin for strewth
C19: alteration of God's truth
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Examples from the Web for strewth
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 CableAnd 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. NesbitWhen it came nearer there was a shout, "Strewth, it's a Jerry plane."