Definition of "ouch" []

• Used to express sudden pain or displeasure. (interjection)
• A setting for a precious stone. (noun)
• A brooch or buckle set with jewels. (noun)
• Obsolete A clasp; a brooch. (noun)

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• "February 19th, 2010 at 6: 06 pm just the bleepn facts says: family guy actress with down syndrome response to sarah palin – ouch!"
• "If you've ever had a child bite your nipple -- "ouch" -- the appropriate thing to do is immediately flick an exposed area of skin with your finger."
• "Bruce Willis stops from time to time to say "ouch" - that's the ground bro­ken by "Die Hard.""