D'ast
/DAST/ interjection
≈ “Damn”
A Kree-origin expletive equivalent to 'damn.' Star-Lord uses it frequently in the comics, though the MCU films use standard English profanity instead.
“D'ast! The Milano's engines are shot!”— Peter Quill / Star-Lord
Etymology
From the Kree language in Marvel Comics. Peter Quill adopted it during his time in space, reflecting how he absorbed alien culture after leaving Earth as a child.
Usage History
Used primarily in the 2008-2010 Guardians of the Galaxy comic series by Dan Abnett and Andy Lanning.
Taboo Trajectory
Moderate comic-book expletive. Less well-known than Marvel's other invented profanity like 'shock' (2099) due to the films using English cursing.
Semantic Drift Timeline
Used consistently in the comics. The MCU films opted for English profanity instead, making d'ast less well-known to general audiences.
Regional Notes
Used throughout the Marvel cosmic setting. Kree in origin but adopted by various spacefaring characters.