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    Patwa headword

    Pree

    /PREE/

    Verb
    Gloss
    "Examine / Observe"
    Definition
    To stare at, examine closely, or overthink a situation.
    Example
    "Why yuh a pree mi?" — "Why are you staring at me?"
    Origin
    Origin debated; possibly from 'appreciate' or 'comprehend'.

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