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Definitions of "Shell dung" (Slang)


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English Translation

take by storm


Definition

Slang expression for doing something fantastic or to suddenly be very successful in a particular place or with a particular group of people.


Example Sentences

Patois: Di DJ shell dung di party
English: The DJ took the party by storm


Related Words

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



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