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Darn Definition & Meaning

darn
noun
  1. something of little value; "his promise is not worth a damn"; "not worth one red cent"; "not worth shucks"
  2. sewing that repairs a worn or torn hole (especially in a garment); "her stockings had several mends"
verb
  1. repair by sewing; "darn socks"

"Darn" in song lyrics

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  • "Leave him in the darn"
    Do or Die — 6 Million

Usage tips for "darn"

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Frequently asked questions

What does darn mean?
something of little value; "his promise is not worth a damn"; "not worth one red cent"; "not worth shucks" sewing that repairs a worn or torn hole (especially in a garment); "her stockings had several mends" repair by sewing; "darn socks"
What part of speech is darn?
Darn is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does darn have?
Darn has 3 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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