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Meaning of 'Perish the thought'

What does the saying 'Perish the thought' mean?

Idiom: Perish the thought

Meaning:

Perish the thought is an expression meaning that you really hope something will not happen.
Country: International English | Subject Area: General | Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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