English word origin

Etymology of probs

From probably + -s.

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Source etymology 1

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adv

Synonym of probably.

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From probably + -s.

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Word-formation componentprobablyen

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Source etymology 2

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noun

plural of prob.

Selected source glosses provide context, not a complete modern definition inventory

Clipping of problem.

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