joss Meaning & Definition
/dʒɒs/
What Does Joss Mean?
Joss is a noun that means A Chinese household divinity; a Chinese idol. It can also mean A heathen divinity.
Joss at a Glance
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //dʒɒs// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | chance and fortune |
| Plural | josses |
Joss Definition (Noun)
- A Chinese household divinity; a Chinese idol.
- A heathen divinity.
- Luck.
Synonyms of Joss
Joss synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Joss
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Joss in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
joss (countable and uncountable, plural josses)
Words That Rhyme With Joss
Origin of Joss
From Chinese Pidgin English joss, from Macau Pidgin Portuguese, from Portuguese deus (“god”), from Latin deus (“god”), from Proto-Indo-European *deywós (“god/that which belongs to heaven”). Doublet of Tiw and Tyr.
Pronouncing Joss
Joss is pronounced //dʒɒs// and has 1 syllable.
Quick Answers About Joss
What part of speech is joss?
Joss is a noun.
What is another word for joss?
Words with a similar meaning to joss include chance and fortune. See the full list of joss synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of joss?
The plural of joss is josses.