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Definitions of "Ratchet"


1. Ratchet (Noun)


English Translation

Pocket knife


Definition

A folding knife with a ratcheting mechanism for locking


Example Sentences

Patois: Mi ratchet sharp like razor.
English: My pocket knife is sharp like a razor.


Related Words

Bangle , claat , Ting , Macka ,



posted by anonymous on May 20, 2024


2. Ratchet


English Translation

Ratchet


Definition

Pocket knife, folding type knife.


Example Sentences

Patois: Im tek ratchet stab up di mon.
English: He used a knife to stab the man.


Related Words

Bangle , claat , Ting , Macka ,



posted by Lionheart on March 3, 2017


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3. Ratchet (Noun)


English Translation

Okapi knife


Definition

A folding pocket knife with a wooden blade and a ratcheting mechanism for locking


Example Sentences

Patois: Di police tek weh mi ratchet
English: The Police took away my pocket knife.


Related Words

Bangle , claat , Ting , Macka ,



posted by anonymous on November 24, 2013


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