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Definitions of "Kin ova"


1. Kin ova


English Translation

knock over


Definition

When referring to an object it means the object has spilled, toppled or fell down. When referring to a person, it means the person has collapsed, fainted or tripped


Example Sentences

Patois: Yuh hear seh Miss Jones kin ova?
English: Did you hear that Miss Jones has collapsed?

Patois: Di pot kin ova!
English: The pot has spilled!



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