• An exclamation formerly used as an oath, and an expression ofanger or wonder.


    Zounds meaning & definition 1 of Zounds.


  • n. English (elizabethan) abbreviation for Gods [Wounds], being the [nail] marks in wrists and feet.
    Euphemism for a [swear word].

    Zounds meaning & definition 2 of Zounds.


  • One of the greatest anarchist bands of the 70s. They were signed to Crass Records and put out pieces of brilliance such as Cant Cheat Karma and Little Bit More. They were not afraid to [speak out] on issues like fear, life as a [squatter] in 70s England, and wealthy complacence. One of the best, [most underrated] bands ever to have graced the Earth.

    Zounds meaning & definition 3 of Zounds.


  • A good Shakespearean-sounding curse.
    Derived from [Gods] [Wounds], which apparently was considered a vulgar reference [to Jesus] at the time.

    Zounds meaning & definition 4 of Zounds.


  • Expressing surprise or indignation.

    Zounds meaning & definition 5 of Zounds.

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