Definitions of "Natty" (Slang)

1. Natty (Noun)

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English Translation

Rastafarian

Definition

A slang term used to refer to a Rastafarian who wears dreadlocks.

Example Sentences

Patois: Check di natty fi sum more weed
English: Check the dreadlocked man for some more weed.

Related Words

Babylon , Ball head , Blessed , Bobo dread ,

posted by anonymous on September 10, 2013

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Iyaric: The Language of Rastafari

One of the key elements of the Rastafari language is the use of what is called "Iyaric," a form of Jamaican Patois that is considered to be the "holy language" of Rastafarians. Iyaric, also known as Dread Talk, is the Rastafari language created in defiance of English as an imposed colonial language that facilitated the loss of African languages among enslaved Afro-Caribbeans.

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Other Definitions of "Natty"

2. Natty (Noun)

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English Translation

Dreadlocks

Definition

A hairstyle consisting of matted coils of hair.

Example Sentences

Patois: Him natty well long an neat.
English: His dreadlocks are very long and neat.

Related Words

Babylon , Ball head , Blessed , Bobo dread ,

posted by anonymous on June 9, 2024

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3. Natty (Noun)

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English Translation

Dreadlocks

Definition

Refers to someone with dreadlocks.

Example Sentences

Patois: Di natty bwoy a play football.
English: The dreadlocked boy is playing football.

Related Words

Babylon , Ball head , Blessed , Bobo dread ,

posted by anonymous on May 21, 2024

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