word
fess
FESS
fɛsListen
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Syllable breakdown
fess
Dictionary meaning
A horizontal band across the middle third of a heraldic shield.
History and origin
Old French — 'fasce', from Latin 'fascia' (band).
Common mispronunciations
FESS-ayFEEZ
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