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I'll be a son of a bitch en · INTJ

Etymology

Attested from at least 1925. From older son of a bitch, from Middle English biche-sone (literally “bitch's son”). Compare I'll be damned, from the 18th century.

Meanings

  1. (vulgar) Expression of surprise or irritation.
    • “Well, I’ll be a son-of-a-bitch!” Monty laughed. “You mean you called a pat hand on aces up?” 1957, Herbert Osborn Yardley, The Education of a Poker Player, page 10:

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