Definition of josh

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josh    (jsh) KEY  

VERB:
joshed , josh·ing , josh·es
VERB:
tr.

To tease (someone) good-humoredly.

VERB:
intr.

To make or exchange good-humored jokes; banter. See Synonyms at banter.

NOUN:

A teasing or joking remark.

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ETYMOLOGY:
Origin unknown

OTHER FORMS:
josher (Noun), joshing·ly (Adverb)

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