Definitions of "Backra"

1. Backra

English Translation

Master

Definition

A term used to refer to a white person, often a ghostly figure

Example Sentences

Patois: Backra duppy haunt di plantation.
English: The master ghost haunts the plantation.

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2. Backra (Noun)

English Translation

Backra

Definition

Refers to a white person or someone of European descent

Example Sentences

Patois: Mi granny always seh di backra man a di boss
English: My grandmother always says the white man is the boss

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3. Backra (Noun)

English Translation

Slave Master

Definition

Expression used to refer to any white person, particularly one in a position of authority. It is also used to refer to a slave master or slave driver

Example Sentences

Patois: Di bass hav wi a wuk lakka him a real backra
English: The boss have us working like he is a real slave master

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