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Johns

Noun / dʒɑ:nz / Another word for johns — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Johns is a plural form of the word John, which is a name for a person.

Synonyms & similar words

whoremonger bathroom john whoremaster lav can toilet lavatory trick privy Jacks Jons Johnnies Johanneses Ewans Evanses Giovannis Hanses Ivans Janes Joes Joses Jonathans Juans Sean-Pauls Shanes Shawns Vans Yohans Yohanneses

Synonyms by register

Informal

clients customers regulars

Common collocations

  • a john
  • regular john
  • paying john
  • old john
  • new john
  • johns of the night

Word family

noun John

Usage note

This term is a slang term for a male customer of a prostitute. It is considered vulgar and offensive and should be avoided in polite conversation.

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Example sentences

  1. There are three Johns in my class.
  2. My dad's name is John.
  3. Johns can be found all over the world.
  4. My friend's brother is also named John.
  5. The famous musician's name is John.

Quotes

  • One of the greatest pleasures in life is to sit on a terrace at sunset with a glass of wine and look at people passing by... we are all John Does in uniform. - Simone de Beauvoir
  • The only way to do great work is to love what you do. If you haven't found it yet, keep looking. Don't settle. As with all matters of the heart, you'll know when you find it. - Steve Jobs
  • If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together. - African Proverb

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