Background for dis

dis

/dɪs/

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noun

An insult or put-down; an expression of disrespect.

Examples :

"My brother's constant dis about my cooking skills made me feel bad. "

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verb

To put (someone) down, or show disrespect by the use of insulting language or dismissive behaviour.

Examples :

"The teacher dissed the student's answer, saying it was completely wrong. "

attitude communication language word negative action

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noun

Examples :

"My sister is working hard on her dis, a long research paper for her PhD. "

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noun

An Algerian reedy grass used for cordage.

Examples :

"The local craftsman used the dis to weave strong, durable ropes for his fishing nets. "

plant material agriculture

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noun

Any of a group of minor female deities in Scandinavian folklore.

Examples :

"The children learned about the dis, minor goddesses of nature, in their mythology class. "

mythology religion

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pronoun

Examples :

"My sister brought her favorite book; dis is the one she's been wanting. "

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