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suss


suss

verb \ˈsəs\

Definition of SUSS

transitive verb
1
chiefly British : figure out —usually used with out
2
chiefly British : to inspect or investigate so as to gain more knowledge —usually used with out

Origin of SUSS

by shortening & alteration from suspect
First Known Use: 1966

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