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Definition of ptish in English:

ptish

exclamation

rare

  • An exclamation of contempt or disdain. Also as noun: an utterance of this.

Pronunciation

ptish

/p(ə)ˈtɪʃ/ /tɪʃ/

Origin

Early 17th century; earliest use found in William Watson (?1559–1603), Roman Catholic priest and conspirator. Imitative.