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darn (2)

darn [ daarn ]


interjection 
Definition:
 
exclamation: used instead of a swearword to express irritation, displeasure, or surprise



adjective,

adverb 
Definition:
 
emphatic term: used instead of a swearword to give emphasis or to indicate irritation or displeasure with somebody or something
a darn good movie



transitive verb  (past and past participle darned, present participle darn·ing, 3rd person present singular darns)
Definition:
 
condemn somebody or something: used to express annoyance or frustration with somebody or something
Darn it, I told you not to go in there.

[Late 18th century. Alteration of damn]
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