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Fess

/fɛs/ · verb

Meaning

To confess; to admit..

Definitions by Sense

  1. To confess; to admit.
  2. (heraldry) A horizontal band across the middle of the shield.
  3. (UK dialect) Proud; conceited.
  4. (UK dialect) Lively; active; strong.
  5. (UK dialect) Of animals, bad-tempered, fierce.

Example Sentences

Lord Robert Walsingham de Vere St. Simon, second son of the Duke of Balmoral—Hum! Arms: Azure, three caltrops in chief over a fess sable.
The space where the arms of Wolsey used to be is being repainted with his own newly granted arms: azure, on a fess between three lions rampant or, a rose gules, barbed vert, between two Cornish choughs proper.
Y'll be fess enough, my poppet, when th'st know!"

Synonyms for fess

fesse

Antonyms for fess

Related Words

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does fess mean?

Fess means To confess; to admit..

What is a synonym for fess?

Common synonyms include fesse.

What is the opposite of fess?

The opposite depends on the specific sense.

How do you use fess in a sentence?

Lord Robert Walsingham de Vere St. Simon, second son of the Duke of Balmoral—Hum! Arms: Azure, three caltrops in chief over a fess sable.

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