Definitions submitted by anonymous

Bracelet

A woman’s bracelet, usually made from gold or silver

Patois: She wear har bangle everyweh she go.
English: She wears her bracelet everywhere she goes.

Spiritual oil

A special oil used in spiritual healings

Patois: Rub di balm oil pon yuh forehead fi protection.
English: Rub the spiritual oil on your forehead for protection.

Afternoon

The period after midday

Patois: Aftanoon sun hot bad.
English: The afternoon sun is very hot.

Cousin

The child of one’s aunt or uncle

Patois: Mi kuzn dem a come ova lata.
English: My cousins are coming over later.

Fishnet tank top

A tank top made with mesh material

Patois: Di mesh merina mek yuh cool inna di hot sun.
English: The fishnet tank top keeps you cool in the hot sun.