Josh
Meanings
name
- A diminutive of the male given name Joshua.
- A city mentioned in the Book of Mormon.
noun
- An instance of good-natured banter.
verb
- To tease someone in a kindly or friendly fashion.
- To make or exchange good-natured jokes.
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Etymology
Disputed origin, first attested in the mid-19th century. The earliest example is capitalized, therefore is likely derived from the proper name Joshua.
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