josser

[ jos-er ]

nounBritish Slang.
  1. fellow, especially one who is or is made to appear foolish or simpleminded.

Origin of josser

1
First recorded in 1885–90; origin uncertain

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British Dictionary definitions for josser

josser

/ (ˈdʒɒsə) /


nounslang
  1. British a simpleton; fool

  2. British a fellow; chap

  1. Australian a clergyman

Origin of josser

1
C19: from joss + -er 1

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