English Explanatory Dictionary

God save the mark

English dictionary entry

Meanings

intj
  1. Ironic expression of distaste for someone.

Word forms

God save the mark God bless the mark

Etymology

Plausibly originally a reference to the mark that a swindler fools: the swindler comments on how dull-witted the mark is and expresses a sentiment that is somewhat like God love them (God bless them, God help them) but carries the flavor of (1) may the Lord save them, because I and other sharpsters sure won't, and (2) thank God for suckers and for the fact that there's one born every minute.

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