shucks

/ʃəks/
/ʃəks/
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Definitions of shucks
  1. noun
    an expression of disappointment or irritation
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    type of:
    expression, locution, saying
    a word or phrase that particular people use in particular situations
  2. noun
    something of little value
    “not worth shucks”
    synonyms: darn, hoot, red cent
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    type of:
    ineptitude, worthlessness
    having no qualities that would render it valuable or useful
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