Oos

Central Franconian

Alternative forms

• Oost, Ooz (parts of Moselle Franconian)

Etymology

From Middle High German ās, from Proto-Germanic *ēsą.

Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /ɔːs/
• Homophones: oß, Ohs (may be distinguished by tone)

Noun

Oos n (plural Ööster or Ääser or Ooser, diminutive Öösje or Ääsche)

1. carrion (perished animal, especially as food for scavengers)
2. (figurative) a pejorative word for a person or animal, but also used with affection or recognition, especially for someone cheeky or shrewd
3. (dated) dregs, especially draff or coffee grounds

Usage notes

• The forms in Öö- are Ripuarian; the others are Moselle Franconian.