lawks

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1. UKdialectalLord! (especially as an expression of surprise)

   "Lawks! how uncomfortable," said the cook. "And M. Henri, was he wet too?"

   1850, Anthony Trollope, La Vendée

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   "Your civic pride does you credit," said Hwel. "And now, please, leave the cart. I'm sure you've got some wood to gather. Lawks."

   1988, Terry Pratchett, Wyrd Sisters

   Synonyms: Lord, lordy, dear Lord