Well, blow me down

Posted by Henry April 23, 2003In reply to Well, blow me down posted by Bev Graham on April 22, 2003

I'm curious to know the origin of the phrase "Well, blow me down" or just "Blow me down."

It means knock me down. It's common in sea shanties and I think it means a physical blow rather than a gust of wind.

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