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

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

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.