English Explanatory Dictionary

Lois

English dictionary entry

Meanings

name
  1. The grandmother of Timothy who is mentioned in an epistle to him.
  2. A female given name from Ancient Greek of biblical origin.
noun
  1. plural of LOI

Pronunciation

/ˈləʊ.ɪs/

Word forms

Lois

Etymology

From Ancient Greek Λωΐς (Lōḯs), of obscure meaning. Unrelated to Louise or Louisa.

Derived words

Weedon Lois
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