gee
jee
Gee (intj) means an exclamation of surprise, frustration, or mild emphasis. Example: “Gee, I didn't expect that.”
intj
1
An exclamation of surprise, frustration, or mild emphasis.
"Gee, I didn't expect that."
"Gee, thanks a lot."
"Gee, that was a lot easier than I thought it would be!"
verb
1
To direct a horse or draft animal to turn or move forward.
"The driver called "gee" to turn the cart to the right."
"The farmer geed his horses to the right, and the plough swung round."
"You gee the ox to make it turn, and haw to send it left."
How to use gee
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA casual exclamation of surprise or mild annoyance.
When to use it
Very informal; common in spoken American English, often with a sarcastic edge.
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Word forms
- Plural
- gees
- Third person singular
- gees
- Past tense
- geed
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Etymology
Thought to be a softened, indirect way of saying "Jesus," used to avoid swearing outright.
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What does “gee” mean?
The word “gee” means an exclamation of surprise, frustration, or mild emphasis. In plain terms, a casual exclamation of surprise or mild annoyance.
How do you pronounce “gee”?
“Gee” is pronounced jee (/d͡ʒiː/ in IPA).
How do you use “gee” in a sentence?
Here is “gee” used in a sentence: “Gee, I didn't expect that.”
What part of speech is “gee”?
Depending on how it is used, “gee” can be an intj and a verb.
Is “gee” a common word?
“Gee” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
How many meanings does “gee” have?
“Gee” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: an exclamation of surprise, frustration, or mild emphasis.
What is the difference between gee and geez as exclamations?
Gee and geez are closely related informal exclamations expressing surprise, frustration, or mild emphasis, with geez often considered a slightly stronger or more emphatic variant. Both are casual and used in similar conversational situations.
What does it mean to gee a horse?
To gee a horse means to direct it, typically by voice command, to turn or move forward, a usage rooted in traditional handling of draft animals.
Is gee considered old-fashioned slang?
Gee can sound slightly old-fashioned or informal compared to modern exclamations, but it is still understood and occasionally used, especially in casual or nostalgic speech.
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