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Jiminy cricket meaning

JIM-uh-nee KRIK-it · interjection

A fictional talking cricket character who acts as a conscience and guide, originally from the story Pinocchio.

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Other meanings

An exclamation used to express surprise or astonishment.

A nickname for someone small and quick.

A brand name for various products and services.

The term can refer to a character, an exclamation, a nickname, or a brand.

Examples

Jiminy Cricket! I didn't expect to see you here.

Jiminy Cricket, that was a close call!

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