Synonyms of joseph

Noun

1. Joseph, Chief Joseph

usage: leader of the Nez Perce in their retreat from United States troops (1840-1904)

2. Joseph

usage: (Old Testament) the 11th son of Jacob and one of the 12 patriarchs of Israel; Jacob gave Joseph a coat of many colors, which made his brothers jealous and they sold him into slavery in Egypt

3. Joseph

usage: (New Testament) husband of Mary and (in Christian belief) the foster father of Jesus

Definition and meaning of joseph (Dictionary)