less'n
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Meaning · English
Unless.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
You shouldn't feed that dog, less'n you want him followin' you home.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “less'n” mean?
Unless.
Is “less'n” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.