"Pessi" meaning in English

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Proper name

Etymology: Blend of penalty + Lionel Messi Etymology templates: {{blend|en|penalty|Lionel Messi}} Blend of penalty + Lionel Messi Head templates: {{en-proper noun}} Pessi
  1. (humorous, derogatory) Lionel Messi Tags: derogatory, humorous Categories (topical): Football (soccer), Nicknames of individuals
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