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