\ ˈpāz, ˈpēz \
plural -s
Definition of peise
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peise
verb
\ " \
-ed/-ing/-s
Definition of peise (Entry 2 of 2)
2
dialectal, British
: to bear down with weight
1
dialectal, British
: to estimate the weight of : weigh (as in the hand)
2
dialectal, British
: to exert weight or force upon : open or lift by force
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“Peise.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/peise. Accessed 2 Jul. 2022.
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