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Definitions of "Bly" (Slang)


1. Bly


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 , Bad like yaz , Bashy ,



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2. Bly (Verb)


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 , Bad like yaz , Bashy ,



posted by anonymous on April 25, 2013



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