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What does ish mean?

"Ish" is a suffix that can be added to words to indicate:

* Approximation: It implies something is "about" or "roughly" what the word suggests.

* Example: "It's about 5ish" (meaning around 5 o'clock).

* Vagueness: It adds a sense of uncertainty or ambiguity to the word.

* Example: "I'm feeling kinda tiredish" (meaning slightly tired).

* Informal: It can make the word more casual or relaxed.

* Example: "Let's grab some foodish" (meaning let's get something to eat).

The meaning of "ish" can vary depending on the context and the word it is attached to.

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