zounds

interjection

ˈzau̇n(d)z  ˈzün(d)z  ˈzwau̇n(d)z 

ˈzwün(d)z

—used as a mild oath

Word History

Etymology

euphemism for God's wounds

First Known Use

1592, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

zounds

interjection

ˈz(w)au̇n(d)z  ˈz(w)ün(d)z 

—used as a mild oath