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Definition of suss

suss

verb

  • to figure something out, esp. to finally grasp something difficult and elusive of understanding. From The Hitch-hiker's Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams.
    Zaphod Beeblebrox: I sussed it!

    Last edited on May 17 2011. Submitted by Albert C. from Wichita, KS, USA on Jun 09 2003.

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