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/Sounds like the letters "D" + "P" + "S" (spelled out)/

Meaning

Short for "damage per second," the amount of damage a character deals each second in video games. Also refers to the role of a player whose job is to deal damage to enemies.

Examples

We need more DPS, we're barely scratching the boss.

I'll go DPS, you tank.

Regional synonyms

In Argentina, a person who does servile work or lets themselves be bossed around without pushing back. It implies being submissive and doing others' dirty work without dignity.