gee
UK: dʒiː | US: dʒiː
n. 1. A mild exclamation expressing surprise, enthusiasm, or encouragement.
n. 2. (informal) Short for "grand," meaning one thousand dollars.
vt. 3. To direct a horse or team by saying "gee" (command to turn right).
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The word "gee" originated as an exclamation in the late 19th century, likely as a euphemistic alteration of "Jesus." It evolved into a general expression of surprise or excitement. In equestrian contexts, "gee" (to turn right) contrasts with "haw" (to turn left), possibly derived from driver commands. The financial slang meaning ("grand") is a 20th-century abbreviation.
"Gee, I didn’t expect to see you here!"
He won five gee at the casino last night.
The farmer shouted "Gee!" to steer the oxen right.
"Gee whiz, that’s an impressive achievement!"
She paid three gee for that vintage guitar.