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Definitions of "Shot yuh a bax"


1. Shot yuh a bax


English Translation

A quick slap (usually to the face)


Definition

To slap someone across the face rather quickly..


Example Sentences

Patois: Keep run yuh mout and mi a guh shot yuh a bax...
English: Keep running your mouth and I'm gonna slap you across your face


Related Words

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



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