Definitions for jeezdʒiz

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Random House Webster's College Dictionary

jeezdʒiz(interj.)

  1. (used as a mild expression of surprise, disappointment, astonishment, etc.)

Origin of jeez:

1920–25, Amer.; euphemism for Jesus

Kernerman English Learner's Dictionary

  1. jeez(interjection)ʒiz

    indicates surprise or frustration

    Jeez, I didn't realize it was so late.

Wiktionary

  1. jeez(Interjection)

    Exclamation of fright, incredibility, shock, surprise or anger.

  2. Origin: Shortened form of Jesus. A minced oath.


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