george in English
- George⇄expr. by George, an exclamation or mild oath.
Ex. I mean what I say, by George I do! (F. Anstey). - George⇄expr. let George do it, (Informal.) to relinquish personal responsibility and depend on another to accomplish an end.
Ex. ... a tireless energy in serving humanity himself rather than letting George do it (William Barrett). - George⇄George, noun.
1. a part of the insigne of the Order of the Garter representing Saint George slaying the dragon. It may be a piece set with jewels or a single carved gem.
Ex. Look on my George; I am a gentleman (Shakespeare).
2. (British