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Definitions of "Ooman"


1. Ooman


English Translation

Woman


Definition

Slang term for one's female partner (e.g. girlfriend, fiancee, wife).


Example Sentences

Patois: Yah ooman puttin some pep inna yah step.
English: Your woman is putting some pep into your step


Related Words

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



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