General
cripes
What does cripes mean?
A mild exclamation of surprise or frustration used as a polite substitute for a stronger word.
"Cripes, it's snowing again already."
Origin
Euphemistic alteration of 'Christ,' common among older Wisconsinites.
Frequently asked questions
What does cripes mean?
It is a mild exclamation of surprise or frustration used as a polite stand-in for a stronger word.
Is cripes a bad word?
No, it is a cleaned-up euphemism for 'Christ,' making it an inoffensive way to vent.
Where does cripes come from?
It is a euphemistic alteration of 'Christ,' common among older Wisconsinites and Midwesterners.
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