What is the meaning of the word "please"?

Definitions:

  1. Take only one's own wishes into consideration in deciding how to act or proceed. copy to clipboard VERB
    • This is the first time in ages that I can just please myself. copy to clipboard
  2. To give pleasure or satisfaction. copy to clipboard VERB
    • The movie pleased the audience with its compelling story and excellent acting. copy to clipboard
  3. To make someone happy or content. copy to clipboard VERB
    • She always tries to please her parents by getting good grades. copy to clipboard
  4. Used in polite or emphatic acceptance of an offer. copy to clipboard ADVERB
    • Would you like a drink? Yes, please. copy to clipboard
  5. Used in polite requests and questions. copy to clipboard ADVERB
    • Please address the letters to the Editor. copy to clipboard
  6. Used to add urgency and emotion to a request. copy to clipboard ADVERB
    • Please, please come home!. copy to clipboard
  7. Used to agree politely to a request. copy to clipboard ADVERB
    • May I call you at home? Please do. copy to clipboard
  8. Used to ask someone to stop doing something of which the speaker disapproves. copy to clipboard ADVERB
    • Rita please- people are looking. copy to clipboard
  9. Used to express incredulity or irritation. copy to clipboard ADVERB
    • You cleaned the barn in only two hours? Oh, please!. copy to clipboard

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