white person
It refers to a white person, especially a white slave master or colonial authority during slavery and plantation times. Over time, it also came to mean boss, overseer, or someone in a position of power, especially if they're seen as oppressive or elitist.
Patois: Mi granny always seh di backra man a di boss
English: My grandmother always says the white man is the boss.
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An expression used to refer to any white person, particularly one in a position of authority. It is also used to refer to a slave master or slave driver.
Patois: Di bass hav wi a wuk lakka him a real backra
English: The boss has us working like he is a real slave master.
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