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my word
My word is an expression of surprise or dismay. It is the equivalent of saying "my gosh" or "my goodness." (interjection)
An example of my word is when you see ten bushels of strawberries and say "My word, that is a lot of strawberries!"
My word refers to a promise you make. (noun)
An example of "my word" is when you say "I promise to be there" which could also be said as "I give you my word I will be there."
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