English word origin

Etymology of huss

Unknown; originally (15th-16th century) also spelled husk.

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Source etymology 1

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noun

A dogfish.

Selected source glosses provide context, not a complete modern definition inventory

Unknown; originally (15th-16th century) also spelled husk.

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Source etymology 2

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noun

Alternative form of husstuss (“A transgender woman who is sexually attracted to men”)

Selected source glosses provide context, not a complete modern definition inventory

Abbreviation of husstuss.

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