Doss

Doss

To be lazy and not do much.

Example Sentences

"Don't Doss about like that!"
"He's always trying to Doss when he shouldn't."

Etymology & History

British verb meaning sleep rough or easy task. From 'doss house' (cheap lodging). 'Dossing on sofa' or 'total doss' (easy). British sleeping and ease terminology.

Word Details

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Region
General British
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Era
Modern
Language
Mild
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Formality
Informal
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