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diss

verb

less common spelling of

transitive verb
1 slang : to treat with disrespect or contempt : insult
  • dissed her former co-star in the interview
  • was dissed and ignored at the party
2 slang : to find fault with : criticize
  • dissed her wardrobe
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diss

abbreviation

Definition of diss

dissertation

Other Education Terms

baccalaureate, colloquium, corequisite, dissertation, monograph, pedant, practicum, survey course, thesis

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