The Open Dictionary

missus

noun

UK/ˈmɪs.ɪz/
US/ˈmɪs.ɪz/

Definitions of missus noun

  1. Singularinformal

    A colloquial term for a wife.

    • The missus and I are planning a vacation to Italy next week.

    • I think you should let your missus make the decision herself.

    • My missus is going out with her friends tonight.

  2. Singularinformal

    An informal term for a woman who manages a household, especially one with servants.

    • The maid informed me that the missus was in a bad mood today.

    • The missus was known for being strict with her servants.

    • I have never met such an efficient missus.

  3. Singularinformal

    An informal way to address a woman, equivalent to Mrs.

    • Good morning, missus, how are you doing today?

    • Missus, would you like me to help you with those groceries?

    • Excuse me, missus, do you know where the nearest post office is?