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Definitions of "Overstanding"


1. Overstanding (Noun)


English Translation

Understanding


Definition

A term used to signify a deeper level of understanding that goes beyond mere comprehension, emphasizing spiritual insight and awareness


Example Sentences

Patois: Wi seek overstanding of di mysteries of life and di divine truth
English: We seek a deeper understanding of the mysteries of life and the divine truth


Related Words

Babylon , Ball head , Blessed , Bobo dread ,



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The Rastafarian language is actually much easier to learn than Jamaican Patois because it’s mostly a play on English words (e.g. “overstand” for “understand”,“downpress” for “oppress”,“ I-ditate” for “meditate” etc…) rather than being an entirely separate dialect as with Jamaican Patois.

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