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Definitions of "Matey" (Slang)

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1. Matey


English Translation

Mistress


Definition

A woman having an affair with a married man


Example Sentences

Patois: Di matey a cause nuff trouble.
English: The mistress is causing a lot of trouble.


Related Words

Sista , Daughta , nana , Mada ,



posted by anonymous on June 1, 2024


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2. Matey


English Translation

concubine


Definition

The woman that your significant other is cheating on you with is ; our 'matey'.


Related Words

Bow , Buddy , Bun , c**k it up ,



posted by anonymous on March 27, 2024


3. Matey (Noun)


English Translation

Side chick


Definition

Slang term for a female that is neither a male's wife or girlfriend who has sexual relations with the male while he is in another relationship.


Example Sentences

Patois: Katie anno mi real gyalfren, she a mi matey
English: Katie is not my real girlfriend, she is my sidechick


Related Words

Hot Steppa , Baby madda , Badman , Bait ,



posted by anonymous on September 16, 2013



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