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Definitions of "Mammy"


1. Mammy (Noun)


English Translation

Mommy


Definition

A female parent, mother figure, or any woman of childbearing age


Example Sentences

Patois: Mammy seh mi no fi eat nuff sweets
English: Mommy said I shoudn’t eat a lot of sweets


Related Words

Hot Steppa , Baby madda , Badman , Bait ,



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