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Definitions of "Bangarang"


1. Bangarang (Noun) play audio


English Translation

trouble or disturbance


Definition

A problem, disturbance, or mischief.


Example Sentences

Patois: Dem cause ah wholleepa bangarang
English: They caused a lot of trouble.


Related Words

All fruits ripe , Babylon , Backside , Bad like yaz ,



posted by CongoKalungaGangalee on July 5, 2015


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Other Definitions of "Bangarang"

2. Bangarang (Noun) play audio


English Translation

Old items


Definition

A slang term used to refer to old or unwanted items.


Example Sentences

Patois: Mi ago fling weh dem yah bangarang
English: I am going to throw away these old items.



posted by anonymous on July 5, 2013


3. Bangarang (Noun) play audio


English Translation

Commotion


Definition

A slang term used to describe a loud uproar or commotion.


Example Sentences

Patois: A wah caaz di bangarang ova deh suh?
English: What caused the commotion over there?


Related Words

All fruits ripe , Babylon , Backside , Bad like yaz ,



posted by anonymous on July 5, 2013





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