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Definitions of "DWL" (Slang)


1. DWL


English Translation

Dying with Laughter


Definition

Acronym for Jamaican slang expression "Dead wid laugh" which means to laugh uncontrollably. It is similar to English slang abbreviations such as "LOL" or "LMAO".


Example Sentences

Patois: Yuh did si wah him wear yestideh? DWL
English: Did you see what he wore yesterday? LMAO


Related Words

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



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