SINCE 1828
peise
noun
\ ˈpāz, ˈpēz\
plural -s
Definition of peise
(Entry 1 of 2)
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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