Gosh

Pronunciation

• RP IPA: /ɡɒʃ/
• GenAm IPA: /ɡɑːʃ/
• Rhymes: -ɒʃ

Origin

Euphemism (or minced oath) for God. First seen in 1757 as by gosh, probably from by gosse in Udall's Ralph Roister Doister (circa 1553).

Full definition of gosh

Interjection

1. (euphemistic) A mild expression of surprise or enthusiasm as to be put in place of “God”, particularly in fear of Ten Commandments.Gosh, I didn’t realize I’d cause so much trouble!Gosh I’d love to go to that concert!

Anagrams

• GSOH, gsoh, hogs, shog