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Learn the meanings and origins of nine obscure words from the dictionary, including holy joe, a term for a parson or chaplain. Find out how to use them in conversation or writing with examples and citations.
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noun. ˈhō-lē-ˈjō. Synonyms of Holy Joe. slang. : parson, chaplain. Word History. First Known Use. circa 1874, in the meaning defined above. Time Traveler. The first known use of Holy Joe was circa 1874. See more words from the same year. Articles Related to Holy Joe. 'Ganef,' 'Galoot,' and More Historical... Dictionary Entries Near Holy Joe.
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Holy Joe ( informal , slang ) A minister , chaplain , priest or preacher . ( informal , sometimes pejorative ) A man who is sanctimonious , or at least heavily religious , also one who is extremely pious .
When someone is called a "Holy Joe", it means they are seen as sanctimonious or excessively pious in their beliefs and behaviors. This term is often used to mock or criticize those who are perceived as hypocritical or judgmental in their religious or moral views.
noun. a minister or chaplain. any sanctimonious or self-righteous person. Discover More. Word History and Origins. Origin of Holy Joe 1. First recorded in 1870–75. Holy Joe definition: a chaplain, especially in the U.S. armed forces.. See examples of HOLY JOE used in a sentence.
