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Definition of capisce

capisce

verb - transitive

  • to understand. Used as a question. Pronounced colloquially as "ka-PEESH", and frequently misspelled capish, capeesh, kapish, etc.
    Joey expects his money by Monday. Capish?
    We have to finish this work by Monday, capish?

    Last edited on Apr 23 2013. Submitted by Gail P. from Washington, PA 15301, USA on Oct 20 2002.

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Other terms relating to 'to understand':

Definitions include: "crystal clear", i.e. easy to understand.
Definitions include: misspelling of "capisce".
Definitions include: to understand.
Definitions include: to understand something so completely that one "over"-stands.
Definitions include: to see.
Definitions include: to figure something out, esp. to finally grasp something difficult and elusive of understanding.
Definitions include: to support an action.
Definitions include: to become aware of underhanded dealings.
Definitions include: to be engaged completely (e.g. mentally, emotionally, etc.) in a situation, not just physically.
Definitions include: to understand.
Definitions include: to leave.

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Definitions include: cease to operate in the manner expected.
Definitions include: with a large amount or number present.
Definitions include: very cold.
Definitions include: fat.
Definitions include: four-by.
Definitions include: Someone who is damn dirty!
Definitions include: hick, redneck.
Definitions include: a preppy person that smokes weed.
Definitions include: shortened for of "sure enough"; i.e. "yes", "definitely".
Definitions include: verbally disrespectful.

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