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the guessed spelling of the Latin words 'per se' which mean in-and-of-itself.
This does not mean that it's not valid <i>per say</i>.
per say by ken lewis February 26, 2004
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(NOT PER SE)
An exotic type of fruit that is incredibly rare and so is usually not eaten, but rather preserved in a block of glass and passed down the family line

Please note: Even though Per se and Persay are two completely different words with widely varied meanings, they are sometimes used in the same place you would use one or the other in.
1. There's no doubt that gardening per say is good for the soul.

2. I am not a fan of Italian wines per say they're a bit to tannic for me.

3. The problem is not with the new family per say, but an ex-wife who is evil.
per say by hellfire666 June 8, 2015
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People who use this probably also use perchance incorrectly
Jim: Per say

Bob: Per se

Jim: Fuck you bob you dumbass piecashit

persayus 

she is a smart and kind person. she is a great friend to have. she will help with any of your problems. she is a funny girl and will make you laugh. if you get a chance to become her friend take it.
Synonyms for persayus is intelligent kind cool.
persayus by neo ramos October 25, 2017
An incorrect spelling of per se. Used by those who do not know its proper use.
"I didn't really dump her persay.."

"Yes you did, because you're an insecure little fucktard. Now stop trying to sound smart."

"...okay."
persay by Sub Zenyth August 12, 2005
Referring to the number of times something is said.
"I am far too intellectual for this conversation, per say."
"Yes, you are too intellectual for this conversation every time you say it. You should also be intelligent enough to know it's per se, not persay, you shitbrain."
used to express uncertainty or possibility; perhaps
"Yo is u comin to my house later?" said the henious hoodschlat.
The rivaling gangman exclaimed, "Persay!"
persay by Percy Bruer September 17, 2023
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