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"etymology_text": "1960s: probably an alteration of pussy, perhaps a blend of wimp and pussy, or short for pussy-wussy (reduplication of pussy). Compare later wuss.",
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"etymology_text": "1960s: probably an alteration of pussy, perhaps a blend of wimp and pussy, or short for pussy-wussy (reduplication of pussy). Compare later wuss.",
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