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holy mackerel

interjection

, Slang.
  1. (used as an exclamation to express surprise or wonder.)


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Word History and Origins

Origin of holy mackerel1

First recorded in 1795–1805
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Example Sentences

The "Kingfish" popularized the catch phrase "Holy Mackerel!"

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