DEFINITION
FINESSE
Finessing, Finessin, Finesser, Finessed
Definition:
1. Not by force, but a more subtle approach that utilizes intellect, communication and charm
2. To move in a way that will result in less resistance
3. To rob. To hit a lick
4. To trick (deceive)
5. To plan to rob someone without using a weapon
HISTORY
Early Use
Definition Use
"Catch me with a heat or a vest
Both sometimes, when I got sh*t to finesse"
— Noreaga
Artist: Noreaga
Song: Gangstas Watch
Album: Melvin Flynt - Da Hustler
Year: 1999
Popular Use
"Finesse a n**ga with some counterfeits"
— Kendrick Lamar
Artist: Kendrick Lamar
Song: HUMBLE.
Album: DAMN.
Year: 2017