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The correct spelling is otiose.

How to pronounce otiose

/ˈəʊ.ʃi.əʊs/
adjective

IPA: /ˈəʊ.ʃi.əʊs/

Say it like: Osh-ose

The correct spelling is otiose. Having no effect.

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Definition

adjective

  1. 1.Having no effect.
  2. 2.Done in a careless or perfunctory manner.
  3. 3.Reluctant to work or to exert oneself.
  4. 4.Of a person, possessing a bored indolence.
  5. 5.Having no reason for being (raison d’être); having no point, reason, or purpose.

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