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1. Dawg


English Translation

Dog


Definition

A domesticated carnivorous mammal


Example Sentences

Patois: Di dawg a bark loud.
English: The dog is barking loudly.


Related Words

Dawg , Patoo , Muss-Muss , Rammy ,



posted by anonymous on May 8, 2024


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2. Dawg (Noun)


English Translation

Dog


Definition

Refers to a domesticated carnivorous mammal often kept as a pet or working animal.


Example Sentences

Patois: Mi dawg  loyal an protective.
English: My dog is loyal and protective.


Related Words

Dawg , Patoo , Muss-Muss , Rammy ,



posted by anonymous on June 17, 2023


3. Dawg


English Translation

Friend or homeboy


Definition

A close friend or homeboy.


Example Sentences

Patois: Wah gwaan mi dawg?
English: What's going on my friend?


Related Words

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



posted by Jahirieincense on May 31, 2017


4. Dawg (Noun)


English Translation

Dog


Example Sentences

(patois) Weh di dawg deh?

(english) Where is the dog?


Related Words

Patoo , Muss-Muss , Rammy , ratbat ,



posted by bioshatta on April 25, 2013



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