Definitions submitted by anonymous

Tiler

A person who lays tiles

Patois: Di tilah a put dung new tile inna di kitchen.
English: The tiler is laying new tiles in the kitchen.

Elder

A term of respect for an older person

Patois: Bigga head, mi respect yuh wisdom.
English: Elder, I respect your wisdom.

Chayote

A green vegetable similar to a squash

Patois: Cho-cho good fi stew.
English: Chayote is good for stew.

Home

Refers to one’s home.

Patois: Mi a save up fi fix up di yaad.
English: I’m saving up to fix up the home.

Alligator

A large reptile with a powerful bite

Patois: Di alligeta a sunbathe pon di riverbank.
English: The alligator is sunbathing on the riverbank.