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ponce

The correct spelling is ponce.

How to pronounce ponce

/pɒns/
noun

IPA: /pɒns/

Say it like: Pon-se

The correct spelling is ponce. A man living off another's earnings, especially a woman's.

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Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A man living off another's earnings, especially a woman's.
  2. 2.The product of flatulence, or the sound of breaking wind.
  3. 3.A male homosexual, especially one who is effeminate.

verb

  1. 1.To act as a pimp.
  2. 2.Hence, to try to get rid of or proactively sell something.
  3. 3.To behave in a posh or effeminate manner.
  4. 4.To borrow (something) from somebody without returning it.

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