Kos

/kɒs/

Meaning & Definition

noun
A specific variety of food; often used in culinary contexts.
I made a delicious kos using a new recipe.
A term used in some cultures to refer to a particular dish or meal.
They invited us over for a traditional kos.
verb
To cause to happen; to lead to a particular outcome.
Her dedication and hard work kos her promotion.
To perform a task or duty.
He is expected to kos his responsibilities diligently.

Etymology

Originates from various language influences based on regional pastry terminology.

Common Phrases and Expressions

kos for cash
Exchanging goods for currency.
sweet kos
Referring to a particularly delicious pastry.
kos it up
To indulge in or enjoy pastries.

Related Words

cake
A sweet baked food made from flour, sugar, and other ingredients.
pastry
A type of dough that is used to make various types of baked goods.

Slang Meanings

To waste time or resources.
Stop kos-ing around and get to work!
To have a good time or party.
We really kos-ed it up at the festival last night.