Definition of "hoss" []

• A horse. (noun)
• A big person, usually a man; a person who has size comparable to that of a horse. (noun)
• Slang term of address for a man. What's up, hoss? (noun)
• A well-respected person. (noun)
• A Car. (noun)

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• "That's what I call a hoss! and -- What did you say?"
• ""Lead on," said Pardon Dodge, with unexpected spirit; "I am not one of them 'ere fellers as fears a big river; and my hoss is a dreadful fine swimmer.""
• "The hoss is a toppy trick -- bright bay, short backed, good coupled 'n' 'll weigh eleven hundred strong."