Dickens
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈdɪkɪnz/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Dickens is a noun meaning (euphemistic) The devil.
Meaning
(euphemistic) The devil.
More Meanings
- A disturbance or row.
- Used as an intensifier in the phrase the dickens; see that entry.
Example Sentences
We had the dickens of a row.
Why the dickens did he do that?
You scared the dickens out of me.
She can go to the dickens for what she said.
Synonyms for dickens
Depending on context, synonyms include deuce, devil.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include devil, deuce, mischief, blazes, heck, hell.
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