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Definitions of "Rasta" (Slang)


1. Rasta (Noun)


English Translation

Rastafarian


Definition

Slang expression used to refer to a persons that wears dreadlocks and is a Rastafarian


Example Sentences

Patois: When did yuh become a rasta?
English: When did you become a Rastafarian?


Related Words

Babylon , Ball head , Blessed , Bobo dread ,



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