Standard Lemma guide

less'n

conj · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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conj

Meaning 1

Unless.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: Southern-US

Qualifier: African-American Vernacular

Examples

  • You shouldn't feed that dog, less'n you want him followin' you home.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

Probably from unless than or an; compare if'n (“if”).