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Definitions of "Cruff"


1. Cruff


English Translation

Lazy person


Definition

A person who is lazy or unproductive


Example Sentences

Patois: Stop act like a cruff and get to work.
English: Stop acting like a lazy person and get to work.


Related Words

Blacks , Bigga , Fatah , Peas Head ,



posted by anonymous on June 10, 2024


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2. Cruff (Noun)


English Translation

Worthless Person


Definition

Derogatory expression used to refer to someone that comes from the lower class section of the population. Additionally this term can also be used to describe anyone that possess the following characteristics; worthlessness, has no potential, has no priority or goal in life. Cruffs are generally looked down upon by the rest of the population.


Example Sentences

Patois: Mi cyaan belive seh him drop outta college and tun inna cruff
English: I can’t believe that he dropped out of college and turn into a worthless person


Related Words

batty bwoy , Blabba mout , Cut eye , Fiyah bun ,



posted by anonymous on October 21, 2013



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