Missus
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈmɪs.əz/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Missus is a noun meaning (chiefly UK, Australia, New Zealand, colloquial) Wife or girlfriend.
Meaning
(chiefly UK, Australia, New Zealand, colloquial) Wife or girlfriend.
More Meanings
- (chiefly UK, Australia, New Zealand, colloquial) Term of address for a woman.
Example Sentences
'Scuse me missus, but your petticoat's showing.
The missus has a list of chores for me to do this weekend.
Harry said he couldn't stop and chat because his missus wanted to go shopping.
Look ere Missus! Little Joey's me bruvva. E stays wiv me. We aint goin ter be split up.
Word Forms
- missuses
- missis
Synonyms for missus
Depending on context, synonyms include missis.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include missis, femme, wife, madam, matron, mademoiselle.
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