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Definitions of "Run di road" (Slang)


1. Run di road


English Translation

In charge of an area/Very popular



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Other Definitions of "Run di road"

2. Run di road


English Translation

To be in control


Definition

To be in control/in charge of an area.


Example Sentences

Patois: Even doe im look simple, a him deh run di road
English: Even though he looks simple, he’s the one that’s in charge


Related Words

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



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