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damme - What does it mean?

Definition of 'damme'

English

Interjection

(en-interj)
  • (archaic) Expressing anger or vehemence.
  • * 1809 : , "Pillars of the Constitution"
  • And now, have at the Ministry, Damme !
  • * 1846-1848 :
  • "Damme , sir," said the major, "there is no use in disguising a fact. Joe is blunt, sir. That's his nature."
  • * 1878 : , Act II
  • I'm very sorry to disparage
    A humble foremast lad,
    But to seek your captain's child in marriage,
    Why damme , it's too bad!
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