Huss

or Hus

[ huhs; Czech hoos ]

noun

1. John, 1369?–1415, Czech religious reformer and martyr.

huss

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/ hʌs /

noun

1. the flesh of the European dogfish, when used as food

Huss

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/ hʌs /

noun

1. HussJohn?13721415MBohemianRELIGION: religious reformer John, Czech name Jan Hus. ?1372–1415, Bohemian religious reformer. Influenced by Wycliffe, he anticipated the Reformation in denouncing doctrines and abuses of the Church. His death at the stake precipitated the Hussite wars in Bohemia and Moravia

Word History and Origins

Origin of Huss¹

C15 husk, huske, C16 huss : of obscure origin

Example Sentences

John Huss, a Bohemian clergyman who had adopted the opinions of Wickliff, was burnt at the stake.

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John Huss, a celebrated German reformer, burnt by the council of Constance.

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The Bohemian revolt made famous by the name of John Huss, was quite as much political and social as religious.

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There was no excuse or palliation for this abominable persecution any more than there was for the burning of John Huss.

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In particular, the writings of John Huss made a strong impression on him.

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