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losh

noun, often attributive
\ ˈläsh\
plural -es

Definition of losh

 (Entry 1 of 2)

1 : elk hide
2 : a hide dressed only with oil losh leather

losh

interjection
\ "\

Definition of losh (Entry 2 of 2)

—used as a mild oath in Scots dialect

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History and Etymology for losh

Noun

Russian los' elk; akin to Old High German elaho elk

Interjection

euphemism for lord

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