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Definitions of "Fren up" (Slang)


1. Fren up


English Translation

befriend


Definition

to act as one’s friend


Example Sentences

Patois: Yuh deh try fren up mi kaaz yuh waah singting fram mi
English: You are trying to befriend me because you want something from me


Related Words

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



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