General
dagnabbit
What does dagnabbit mean?
A softened exclamation of exasperation, kin to "dadgummit."
"Dagnabbit, the biscuits burned."
Origin
American minced oath, euphemistic reshaping of "goddammit," popularized in folksy speech.
Frequently asked questions
What does "dagnabbit" mean?
It's a mild exclamation of exasperation, roughly "darn it," close in feel to "dadgummit."
Is "dagnabbit" a swear word?
No. It's a minced oath, a euphemistic reshaping of "goddammit," so it isn't actual profanity.
Where is "dagnabbit" used?
It's American folksy speech, often associated with rustic or cartoon-style characters.
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