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The correct spelling is poss.

How to pronounce poss

adjective

Say it like: Pos-s

The correct spelling is poss. Of or pertaining to ownership or possession. For example: "He is very possessive of his car."

Usage Examples

He is very possessive of his car.

It's not just possible, it's probable.

It's possible for anyone to learn to pay the bagpipes.

Meanings

adjective

  1. 1.Of or pertaining to ownership or possession.
  2. 2.(grammar) Indicating ownership, possession, origin, etc.
  3. 3.Unwilling to yield possession of.
  4. 4.(usually not comparable) Able but not certain to happen; neither inevitable nor impossible.
  5. 5.Capable of being done or achieved; feasible.

verb

  1. 1.To mix with a vertical motion, especially when agitating laundry in a tub.
  2. 2.To push; to dash; to throw.

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