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Definition of dammit

dammit

/ˈdæm.ɪt/
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• interjection

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Used as an exclamation to express anger, annoyance, impatience, or frustration (informal).

Example

"Dammit, I left my house keys on the kitchen counter again!"

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Word Nuance & Usage

"Dammit" is an informal phonetic spelling of "damn it" and is considered a mild profanity; it should be avoided in formal or professional communication.

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the 19th century as a phonetic contraction of the phrase "damn it," from the verb "damn" (via Old French and Latin "damnare," meaning to condemn) and the pronoun "it."

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Dammit. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/dammit
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