Darn
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /dɑɹn/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Darn is an adjective meaning (euphemistic) Damn.
Meaning
(euphemistic) Damn.
More Meanings
- (degree, euphemistic) Damned.
- (transitive, euphemistic) Damn.
- A place mended by darning.
- (transitive, sewing) To repair by stitching with thread or yarn, particularly by using a needle to construct a weave across a damaged area of fabric.
Example Sentences
His opinion isn't worth a darn.
I need to darn these socks again.
But I ain't up to my baby tonight / 'Cause it's too darn hot
Does Mother imagine for one moment that she is going to darn all those stockings knotted up on the quilt like a coil of snakes ? She's not.
Word Forms
- darns
- darning
- darned
Synonyms for darn
Depending on context, synonyms include dammit, dang, damn, hoot, shucks.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include damn, hoot, shit, shucks, dang, drat.
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