Definitions of "Bly" (Slang)

1. Bly

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English Translation

Chance

Definition

This means chance or opportunity

Example Sentences

Patois: Mi nuh hav enuff funds but yuh cyaah gi mi a bly?
English: I don't have enough funds but can you give me a chance?

Related Words

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

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2. Bly (Verb)

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English Translation

Chance

Definition

To give one a chance or to ignore/overlook something.

Example Sentences

(patois) Haffisah, mi neva si di stop lite, gi mi a bly.
(english) Officer, I didn’t see the stop light, give me a chance

Related Words

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

posted by anonymous on April 25, 2013

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