What does HUSSY mean?

Here is the output: hussy

Parts of Speech: noun

Definitions:

1. a woman who behaves in a way that is considered immoral or sexually promiscuous (source: Merriam-Webster)
2. a saucy or impudent person, especially a girl or young woman (source: Oxford Languages)

Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈhʌsi/
• UK: /ˈhʌsi/

Origin and Usage:

The word "hussy" originated in the late 16th century as a term for a mistress or housekeeper. By the mid-17th century, it had taken on a derogatory connotation, referring to a woman who was considered immoral or sexually promiscuous. In modern usage, the term is considered offensive and is rarely used in polite conversation.

Synonyms:

• slut
• harlot
• trollop
• strumpet
• prostitute

Related Words:

• husks
• hurts
• humps
• humus
• hunch

Example Sentences:

• She was called a hussy for wearing a short skirt to church.
• The old man accused the young woman of being a hussy.
• Don be such a hussy, it was just a harmless joke.