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josser
[ jos-er ]
noun
, British Slang.
- fellow, especially one who is or is made to appear foolish or simpleminded.
josser
/ ˈdʒɒsə /
noun
- a simpleton; fool
- a fellow; chap
- a clergyman
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Word History and Origins
Origin of josser1
First recorded in 1885–90; origin uncertain
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Word History and Origins
Origin of josser1
C19: from joss + -er 1
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Example Sentences
You mark me, this josser won't do no 'and's turn that 'e don't like.
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Not only had we "struck the jolliest old josser going," but a born ruler and organiser into the bargain.
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Even Dodge, the newest junior, sneers at him, and refuses to recognise 'that josser' as editor.
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Bob Pillin walked beside him, thinking: 'Poor old josser, he is gettin' a back number!'
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I said he'd better roust the old josser out, and be damned smart about it.
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