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    -ish
    /ɪʃ/

    suffix

    • 1. (forming adjectives from nouns) having the qualities or characteristics of: "apish"
    • 2. (forming adjectives from adjectives) somewhat: "yellowish"

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  2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishISH | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

    ISH definition: 1. used for saying that something is not completely true or exactly right: 2. used to form…. Learn more.

  3. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › english-ISH definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

    -ish is added to words referring to times, dates, or ages to form words which indicate that the time or age mentioned is approximate. I'll call you guys tomorrow. Noon-ish.

  4. www.busuu.com › en › englishWhat does -Ish Mean & How You Can Use It - Busuu

    Jan 4, 2024 · What does -ish mean? In this article, you’ll learn all about “-ish,” what it means, and better understand how to use it in your everyday conversations.

  5. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishish adverb - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage notes...

    Nov 7, 2017 · Definition of ish adverb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

  6. www.oed.com › dictionary › ish_advish, adv. meanings, etymology and more | Oxford English ...

    There is one meaning in OED's entry for the adverb ish. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definition, usage, and quotation evidence.

  7. dictionary.cambridge.org › grammar › british-grammar-ish and -y - Grammar - Cambridge Dictionary

    We can add the suffixes -ish and -y to words in informal contexts to make the reference sound deliberately vague and approximate. We commonly use the suffix -ish when we refer to numbers, times and quantities: Ok, I’ll come and collect you from your house at seven ish.

  8. www.dictionary.com › browse › ish-ISH Definition & Meaning - Dictionary.com

    -ish definition: (used to modify or moderate something previously stated or as a vague reply to a question) somewhat; in a way; not exactly. See examples of -ISH used in a sentence.

  9. www.oed.com › dictionary › ish_n1ish, n.¹ meanings, etymology and more | Oxford English Dictionary

    Meaning & use. Pronunciation. Forms. Frequency. Factsheet. What does the noun ish mean? There are two meanings listed in OED's entry for the noun ish. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence. This word is used in Scottish English. Entry status.

  10. www.oed.com › dictionary › ish_v2ish, v.² meanings, etymology and more - Oxford English Dictionary

    There is one meaning in OED's entry for the verb ish. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definition, usage, and quotation evidence.

  11. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › -ish-ish Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

    The meaning of -ISH is of, relating to, or being —chiefly in adjectives indicating nationality or ethnic group. How to use -ish in a sentence.