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Definition of esp

especially

ESP

noun \ ˌē-ˌes-ˈpē \

Definition of ESP

: extrasensory perception

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Origin and Etymology of esp

extrasensory perception

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esp.

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Definition of esp. for Students

especially

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ESP

noun \ ˌē-ˌes-ˈpē \

medical Definition of ESP

: extrasensory perception

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