joss house

joss house

n. A Chinese temple or shrine.

joss house

n (Hinduism) a Chinese temple or shrine where an idol or idols are worshipped

joss′ house`

n. a Chinese temple for idol worship. [1765–75]

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joss house - a Chinese temple or shrine for idol worshiptemple - place of worship consisting of an edifice for the worship of a deity