Puh-leeze
interjection
1.
a humorous spelling of the emphatic pronunciation of please, suggesting the speaker’s exasperation
interjection
please!; an expression of indignation, disbelief, or scorn; also written puh-lease, puh-leez
Examples
You’re going to teach me how to ice skate? Puh-leeze!
Word Origin
alteration of please
Usage Note
informal
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