English · Slang Attested

hoss

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Sense 1

Meaning · English

Pronunciation spelling of horse.

Where it’s used: Used American English

Examples

"Them hosses are feeling their oats," said McGuire. "Can't tell what they'd be up to the minute I turned my back on 'em. Might jump that old fence and be off, for all I know."

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Sense 2

Meaning · English

A big, strong and respected or dependable person, usually a man; one who is large like a horse.

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Sense 3

Meaning · English

Term of address for a man.

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “hoss” mean?

Pronunciation spelling of horse.

Is “hoss” formal or informal?

hoss is generally slang.

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