Definitions

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  • interjection Expressing exasperation, patience subject to persistent and unreasonable challenge.
  • interjection Expressing relief; phew, whew.
  • interjection Expressing disgust; yuck, yech.

Etymologies

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Perhaps yuck or yech, etc. influenced by sheesh.

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