In this episode you discover the meaning and origin of the word “gobsmacked”.

You also learn the meanings and origins of the two root words, “gob” and “smack”.
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Timestamps:

00:00 - Episode topic;
00:13 - Host and show info;
00:54 - Meaning & origin of gobsmacked;
06:43- How to learn more about gobsmacked;
07:01 - How to listen to other episodes;
07:13 - How to contact host.

Sources:

McMillion Blog: Word of the Day: gobsmacked. https://www.macmillandictionaryblog.com/gobsmacked

Phrases.org: Flabbergasted - gobsmacked - https://www.phrases.org.uk/bulletin_board/19/messages/644.html

Dictionary Definition : Vocabulary.com: gob:: https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/gob#:~:text=A%20more%20old%20fashioned%20meaning,%2C%20%22piece%20or%20mouthful.%22

Merriam-Webster definition of gobsmacked: https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gobsmacked

Melissa Mohr - Christian Science Monito, July 4, 2019; “‘Gobsmacked’ and other astonishing words”. https://www.csmonitor.com/The-Culture/In-a-Word/2019/0704/Gobsmacked-and-other-astonishing-words
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Host:

Stephen Carter; https://www.EFT-MD.com; [email protected].
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Technical information:

Recorded and first edits with Audacity. Leveled with Levelator. Final edits and rendering with Hindenburg Journalist Pro.

Microphone: BY - No BV.
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Keywords:

gob, smack, gobble, gobsmack, gobsmacked,