joss
About Our Definitions: All forms of a word (noun, verb, etc.) are now displayed on one page.

5 ENTRIES FOUND:

joss

noun \ˈjäs, ˈjs\

Definition of JOSS

: a Chinese idol or cult image

Origin of JOSS

Chinese Pidgin English, from Portuguese deus god, from Latin — more at deity
First Known Use: 1711

Rhymes with JOSS

Browse

Next Word in the Dictionary: josser
Previous Word in the Dictionary: joskin
All Words Near: joss

Seen & Heard

What made you want to look up joss? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).

Name That Thing

Take Our 10-Question Quiz

#6: Flabbergast
: to overwhelm with shock,
surprise, or wonder
See All Top 25 Entries »
Get Our Free Apps
Voice Search, Favorites,
Word of the Day, and More
Join Us on FB & Twitter
Get the Word of the Day and More