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Definitions of "Mash up"


1. Mash up verified definition (Verb) play audio


English Translation

Destroy/Demolish


Definition

To break, destroy, ruin, or damage something — physically, emotionally, or even metaphorically. It can also mean someone is extremely tired, hurt, or even intoxicated.


Example Sentences

Patois: Di car mash up inna di crash
English: The car got wrecked in the crash


Related Words

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



posted by anonymous on September 10, 2023


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Other Definitions of "Mash up"

2. Mash up (Phrase) play audio


English Translation

messed up


Definition

A phrase used to describe something that is in a state of disarray, chaos, or destruction, often used to express shock or disbelief.


Example Sentences

Patois: Di place get mash up afta di storm, everyting inna shambles
English: The place got messed up after the storm; everything was in shambles.



posted by anonymous on July 30, 2023


3. Mash up (Verb) play audio


English Translation

Break


Example Sentences

Patois: Wah mek yuh mash up mi iphone
English: Why did you break my iPhone?


Related Words

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



posted by anonymous on October 2, 2013





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