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Definitions submitted by Delroy


1. Mauger


English Translation

Skinny


Definition

Very skinny person or animal


Example Sentences

Patois: Yuh deh feed him? Im luk mauger
English: Are you feeding him? He looks skinny



posted on October 11, 2018

2. Shot yuh a bax


English Translation

A quick slap (usually to the face)


Definition

To slap someone across the face rather quickly..


Example Sentences

Patois: Keep run yuh mout and mi a guh shot yuh a bax...
English: Keep running your mouth and I'm gonna slap you across your face



posted on October 10, 2018