GEE Meaning and
Definition
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Gee is a colloquial term used to express surprise, excitement, or enthusiasm. It is generally considered an interjection and can function as a standalone exclamation or as part of a phrase or sentence. The term is often associated with American English and is frequently used in informal conversations.
As an exclamation, "gee" is used to convey astonishment, admiration, or amazement. For example, if someone is shown an unexpected gift, they might exclaim, "Gee, thanks!" to express their surprise and gratitude.
In addition to surprise, "gee" can also denote excitement or enthusiasm. When used in this context, it typically signifies anticipation or eagerness. For instance, someone might exclaim, "Gee, I can't wait for the concert!" to express their enthusiasm and anticipation for an upcoming event.
Furthermore, "gee" can be utilized as a filler word or mild expression of frustration or annoyance. In such cases, it is commonly used as a substitute for more explicit or offensive terms. For example, if someone accidentally drops something, they might exclaim, "Gee, I can't believe I did that!" to express their frustration or disappointment.
Overall, "gee" serves as a versatile interjection that can convey surprise, excitement, enthusiasm, or even mild frustration. Its usage is largely informal and its meaning may vary depending on the context and tone of its delivery.
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Other Common Misspellings for GEE
Etymology of GEE
The word "gee" has multiple meanings and origins, depending on its context.
1. As an exclamation or interjection expressing surprise or excitement, the origin of "gee" is uncertain. It is considered an alteration of the exclamation "Jesus"! and is believed to have emerged in the early 19th century.
2. As a command to a horse to turn right, the term "gee" comes from the language of horse driving commands. It originated from the Dutch word "gee", meaning "turn to the right". This usage dates back to the 17th century and is commonly used in horse-drawn vehicles and agricultural work.
3. In some contexts, "gee" is also used as a slang term or shortening of the word "guard", especially in prisons. This usage evolved from African American Vernacular English and emerged in the 20th century.
Idioms with the word GEE
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gee whiz
The idiom "gee whiz" is a phrase used to express surprise, excitement, or admiration for something. It typically conveys a sense of childlike wonder or astonishment.
Similar spelling words for GEE
- gel,
- bee,
- get,
- see,
- fee,
- glee,
- ge,
- gene,
- G,
- lee,
- wee,
- gem.
Conjugate verb Gee
CONDITIONAL
I
would gee
you
would gee
he/she/it
would gee
we
would gee
they
would gee
CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS
I
would be geeing
you
would be geeing
he/she/it
would be geeing
we
would be geeing
they
would be geeing
CONDITIONAL PERFECT
I
would have gee
you
would have gee
he/she/it
would have gee
we
would have gee
they
would have gee
CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS
I
would have been geeing
you
would have been geeing
he/she/it
would have been geeing
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would have been geeing
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would have been geeing
FUTURE
I
will gee
you
will gee
he/she/it
will gee
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will gee
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will gee
FUTURE CONTINUOUS
I
will be geeing
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will be geeing
he/she/it
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FUTURE PERFECT
I
will have geed
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will have geed
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will have geed
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will have geed
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FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS
I
will have been geeing
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will have been geeing
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will have been geeing
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will have been geeing
IMPERATIVE
you
gee
we
let´s gee
to gee
PAST
I
geed
you
geed
he/she/it
geed
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geed
they
geed
PAST CONTINUOUS
I
was geeing
you
were geeing
he/she/it
was geeing
we
were geeing
they
were geeing
PAST PARTICIPLE
geed
PAST PERFECT
I
had geed
you
had geed
he/she/it
had geed
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had geed
they
had geed
PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS
I
had been geeing
you
had been geeing
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had been geeing
we
had been geeing
they
had been geeing
PRESENT
I
gee
you
gee
he/she/it
gees
we
gee
they
gee
PRESENT CONTINUOUS
I
am geeing
you
are geeing
he/she/it
is geeing
we
are geeing
they
are geeing
PRESENT PARTICIPLE
geeing
PRESENT PERFECT
I
have geed
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have geed
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has geed
we
have geed
they
have geed
PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS
I
have been geeing
you
have been geeing
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have been geeing
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have been geeing
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would have geed
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