jesus

noun
UK /ˈdʒiːzəs/
US /ˈdʒiːzəs/

Jesus is the name of a very important man in the Christian religion, believed to be the son of God.

Many people read stories about Jesus in the Bible.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A word people sometimes say when they are surprised or upset.

Jesus, that was a loud noise!

3. The central figure of the Christian faith, whose life and teachings are told in the Gospels.

The teacher explained what Jesus taught about kindness.

4. Used in the names of many churches, schools, and hospitals.

She went to a school called St. Jesus Academy.