Definitions of "Coolie"

1. Coolie (Noun)

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English Translation

East Indian person

Definition

In Jamaica, "coolie" is an old slang term historically used to refer to people of East Indian or sometimes Chinese descent, especially those whose ancestors came as indentured laborers.

Example Sentences

Patois: Di coolie gyal a dance nice.
English: The girl of Indian descent dances well.

Related Words

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posted by anonymous on May 27, 2024

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Other Definitions of "Coolie"

2. Coolie (Noun)

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English Translation

Indian

Definition

A Jamaican Indian or someone of East Indian descent.

Example Sentences

Patois: Yuh si dat coolie ova deh so?
English: Do you see that Indian over there?

Related Words

Hot Steppa , Baby mada , Bad man , Bait ,

posted by anonymous on April 25, 2013

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