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Definition

An exclamation of surprise or astonishment.

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Origins

Minced oath for holy shit, possibly partially based on the fact that cows are sacred in some religions (e.g. Hinduism).

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In Context

  • "Holy cow I think he's gonna make it!"
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Also Said As

  • wow
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See Also

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Related Idioms

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An exclamation of surprise or astonishment.

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Expression of terror, awe, surprise, astonishment, etc., often at some …

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