Looking for origin

Posted by Bruce Kahl October 25, 2002In reply to Looking for origin posted by jack on October 25, 2002

Dear origin finders...I was curious if anyone knows the origin of the phrase(many cartoon cowboys used), 'what in tarnation?!!'
Thanks,
J.D.

One entry found for tarnation.

Main Entry: tar·na·tion
Pronunciation: "tär-'nA-sh&n
Function: noun
Etymology: alteration of darnation, euphemism for damnation
Date: 1790

DAMNATION -- often used as an interjection or intensive; often used with in