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Definitions of "Give thanks" (Slang)


1. Give thanks


English Translation

Thank you


Definition

An expression of gratitude; a Rastafarian expression.


Example Sentences

Patois: Give tanks fi di help yesideh
English: Thank you for the help yesterday


Related Words

Babylon , Ball head , Blessed , Bobo dread ,



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