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fess

Pronunciation: /fɛs/

The English word “fess” has 5 meanings listed here.

verb

  1. To confess; to admit.

noun

  1. A horizontal band across the middle of the shield.

adjective

  1. Proud; conceited.
  2. Lively; active; strong.
  3. Of animals, bad-tempered, fierce.

Etymology

Clipping of confess.

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